Posted by: Horseed Staff Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has reaffirmed Africa’s commitment to Somalia, saying regional countries must remain united in the fight against extremism and efforts to secure lasting stability. Mr Museveni said Uganda’s decision to deploy forces to Somalia was not based on geographical proximity, noting that the two countries do not share a border. Mr Museveni also pointed to the interconnected nature of security threats in the Horn of Africa, recalling how ideological and political pressures had previously emerged from Sudan and affected the wider region. The AU Commission has also reaffirmed its intention to preserve the gains made under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) while ensuring an orderly transition that reflects conditions on the ground. Mr Youssouf said the AU would continue working with international partners to secure predictable and sustainable political, diplomatic and financial support for Somalia.