The European Union has announced €75 million ($81 million) in fresh funding for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia, reaffirming its role as the mission’s largest financial backer.
The new contribution brings the bloc’s total support for African Union-led operations in Somalia to nearly €2.8 billion over the past two decades, stressing sustained international efforts to address insecurity in the Horn of Africa nation.
Bankole Adeoye, the African Union commissioner for political affairs, peace and security, said the funding would boost operational capacity and reinforce initiatives aimed at improving security and governance in Somalia.
He also acknowledged the role of troop-contributing countries in ongoing stabilization efforts.
Javier Niño Pérez, head of the EU delegation to the African Union, said the pledge reflects continued European support for African-led peace operations. He added that stability in Somalia remains vital for the wider region.
The EU has long been a key partner in supporting African Union missions in Somalia, providing both financial and logistical assistance as part of broader international engagement focused on security and state-building.
