source: Undisclosed Source
actor1: AMISOM: African Union Mission in Somalia (2007-) (Kenya)
actor2: Al Shabaab
location: Kismayo
notes: 18th January, AM, Kismayo, Lower Jubba: A Kenyan Defence Force (KDF) convoy which was reportedly carrying U.S. troops is hit by a roadside Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices (RCIED). The detonation of the RCIED was followed by a firefight. Casualty numbers are unknown.