On Sept. 28, 2016, in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces conducted a self-defense strike against al-Shabaab in Galcayo, Somalia.
Nigerien Sgt. Mahamane Souleymane and Ghanian Army Capt. Selorm Mensah, secure a pallet during African Partnership Flight in Accra, Ghana, Sept. 14, 2016. AFP Ghana course topics included deployment command and control; airfield standup and operations; airbase logistical support; airbase defense; C-130 tactics, techniques and procedures; and aerial patient movement. (U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Stephanie Longoria/Released)
On Sept. 26, in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces conducted a self-defense strike against al-Shabaab in Caba, near Kismayo, Somalia.