SOMALIA – Mogadishu: explosion reported near the police academy – Avoid the area

Local sources reported that an explosion occurred in Mogadishu 17 November near the General Kahiye Police Academy in Mogadishu, causing a major security stepped up in the area. 

Although no assessment has yet been made by the authorities, there have been reports of casualties. The causes of the explosion are believed to be a suicide attack. 

It is recommended to avoid the area.