Major Victory For AUSSOM As UPDF Troops ‘Crush’ Top Al-Shabaab Commander In Somalia

By Our Reporter 

Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have killed a senior Al-Shabaab commander in the Lower Shabelle region.

The militant leader, Osman Hussein Bune Amiir, who was considered the overall commander of Al-Shabaab fighters in Lower Shabelle, was ambushed and killed by UPDF troops near Buulomareer on September 14, 2025.

Sector One Commander, Brig Gen Joseph Musoke Ssemwanga, commended the Buulo Mareer Forward Operating Base (FOB) troops for what he described as a decisive action against Al-Shabaab.

He said the operation also led to the recovery of a pistol with three loaded magazines, a porch, binoculars, and two mobile phones, among other items.

Brig Gen Ssemwanga assured the troops that AUSSOM, the UPDF leadership, and international partners remain committed to breaking Al-Shabaab’s networks and working to restore peace and stability in Somalia.

Maj David Ogweng, the commander of Buulo Mareer FOB, thanked Brig Gen Ssemwanga for his constant support and guidance, which he said enabled the soldiers to succeed in their mission. He added that his forces are determined to continue their duties and ensure peace, security, and stability in Somalia.

During his field visit, Brig Gen Ssemwanga also inspected FOBs in Quoryoley and Goloweyn to check on troop readiness and welfare.

He was joined by Lt Col Justus Magyembe, the Contingent Logistics and Engineering Commander, as well as commanders responsible for Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Women’s Affairs.