Kenyan President William Ruto has stated that his country receives financial support and funding through security operations conducted by Kenyan forces inside Somalia.
In a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Ruto discussed the support Kenya receives from the European Union. He noted that EU member states are among Kenya’s largest export markets.
He also revealed that the European Union has provided €20 million in support to strengthen the Kenya Defence Forces.
Ruto further explained that the European Union also provides additional funding for peacekeeping operations in several countries, including Somalia.
Ruto’s remarks come at a time when the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) is facing financial difficulties, while Ugandan troops are expected to withdraw from Somalia after 2027.
