Egypt, Uganda presidents discuss Horn of Africa situation, affirm support to Somalia sovereignty

CAIRO – 3 January 2025: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi discussed the situations in East Africa and the Horn of Africa regions with Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, stressing their support to Somalia’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

In a phone call on Friday, Sisi and Museveni underscored the need for coordination regarding the critical role of the new African Union mission to Somalia in supporting the Somali government.

Sisi highlighted to Museveni Egypt's efforts to support Sudan in overcoming its crisis and moving toward a ceasefire, stressing the need for protecting the Sudanese people from the ravages of war and facilitating access to humanitarian aid. Museveni commended Egypt’s efforts with regard to the Sudanese crisis.

Furthermore, the presidents discussed Uganda’s hosting of the upcoming Extra-Ordinary Summit on Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programmes (CAADP).

Sisi emphasized the necessity of formulating African policies that bolster agricultural industries and empower small farmers, women, and youth by facilitating access to financing and soft loans.

He also called for enhancing the use of digital technologies to keep pace with the rapid developments in this sector.