Captain Mengistu Mathius of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces leads the maintenance unit for Sector 3 troops under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia in Baidoa. He joined the military 26 years ago after working as a civilian mechanic for three years. His mechanical skills have proven invaluable in his service, and he remains closely involved with the tools of his trade despite his leadership role. His work is behind the scenes, ensuring that vehicles and equipment are maintained for frontline operations.
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