AU and Somali forces convoy hit landmine near Kismaayo, no immediate casualties reported

Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and Jubbaland troops convoy hit a landmine Monday while heading to Dhobley town in Gedo region bordering Kenya.

Somali government officials in Kismaayo town confirmed the incident to Goobjoog News noting that one of the military vehicles was damaged.

Residents in Abdalla Biroole said the convoy hit the landmine while travelling from Kismaayo town en route to Dhobley.

There were no immediate reports of casualties and AU is yet to comment on the matter.

Kenyan forces operate in sector three which covers Gedo region down to Kismayu under AMISOM.