The military component will have 18 586 troops until 31 December 2022 and then draw down by 2 000 troops. There will be further graduated drawdowns by September 2023, June 2024, leading towards a final exit in December 2024. The drawdowns will take into account the prevailing security situation in Somalia and will be guided by regular joint technical assessments.
The troop contributing countries (TCCs) include Uganda, Burundi, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Djibouti who are deployed throughout south-central Somalia. Although the troops are yet to be reconfigured, they are currently divided into six sectors, namely:
Sector One – Under the security responsibility of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), it includes the Benadir region which covers parts of the capital city, Mogadishu and Lower Shabelle region.
Sector Two – Under the security responsibility of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), with an operational base in Dhobley, the sector includes the Lower Juba, Lower Shabelle, Middle Juba and Gedo regions.
Sector Three – Under the security responsibility of soldiers from the Ethiopia National Defence Forces (ENDF), it includes Bay, Bakool and Gedo regions.
Sector Four – Covering the Hiiraan and Galgaduud regions, the sector is under the security responsibility of the Djibouti Armed Forces (DJAF), although troops from the Ethiopia National Defence Forces (ENDF) also control some areas.
Sector Five – Based in the Middle Shabelle region, the sector whose main operational base is Jowhar, is under the security responsibility of the Burundi National Defence Forces (BNDF).
Sector Six – This sector is under the security responsibility of a multinational force from the Ethiopia National Defence Forces (ENDF) and Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).
ATMIS troops have the mandate:-
- to carry out joint, planned and targeted operations with the Somali Security Forces to degrade Al-Shabaab and other terrorist groups;
- with the Somali Security Forces, to jointly hold key population centres and provide security and protection for local communities, UN personnel and installations;
- to secure and open main supply routes;
- to develop the capacity of the Somali Security Forces to enable them to take over the security responsibility at the end of the transition period in December 2024;
- to support capacity building for the Somali Security Forces, prioritising force generation, operational maintenance and logistical support capabilities.
In the event of domestic disputes, ATMIS troops are required to remain politically neutral and prioritise the protection of civilians.
TCCs are encouraged to deploy female personnel to ensure the full and effective participation of women across its operations and integrate a gender perspective throughout the mission.
Troop Contributing Countries
