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CLDJ Chief Petty Officers invite Joint service members into CPO Initiation
10/5/2023
The latest CPO Initiation at Camp Lemonnier Djibouti, included not only Sailors, but two Soldiers, an Airman, and a Marine. The top noncommissioned officers from each U.S. military branches were afforded the opportunity to participate in the traditional Navy training and be inducted into the CPO Mess upon completion. The candidates will be recognized as Chief Petty Officers not just at Camp Lemonnier, but across the entire Navy.
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Communications directorate keeps HOA connected
10/3/2023
The Expeditionary Communications Directorate’s overall mission is to provide the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa with the best advice on equipment and capability while advancing cyber defense, and joint and coalition interoperability.
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VMM 364 transfers authority to VMM 261
10/3/2023
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261 Reinforced took on the Aviation Combat Element mission from the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364 following a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Oct. 1.
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CJTF - HOA Hosts Women, Peace, and Security Summit
9/29/2023
Service members from the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa met at the Sheraton Hotel Djibouti for the Women, Peace, and Security level 100 course. Through the course they focused on what it means to be a gender focal point within the ranks of the armed forces.
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Secretary of Defense Visits Camp Lemonnier
9/26/2023
The Secretary of Defense visited members of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and service members stationed at Camp Lemonnier to highlight the importance of the U.S. Department of Defense's focus on advancing partnerships and security on the African continent.
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CJTF-HOA observes National Hispanic Heritage Month
9/20/2023
National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes and celebrates the contributions of Hispanic service members.
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294th ESC builds capability across Africa
9/13/2023
The 294th ESC provides construction and maintenance capabilities to outstations and remote locations across the continent, giving friendly forces a launching point wherever it may be needed.
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CJTF-HOA Remembers 9/11, Service Members Share their Stories
9/12/2023
September 11, 2001 is a date that has lived in infamy in the minds of the American people for over 20 years now. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa service members took the day to commemorate the lives lost during the terrorist attacks, reflect on where they were when the World Trade Center fell, and how their memory of the tragedy drives their service.
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French Armed Forces join CJTF-HOA for casualty care
8/30/2023
Three U.S. Army combat medics led a team of five French Armed Forces members through the most current DOD TCCC training at Camp Lemonnier. Instructors coached the French troops through a wide range of medical competencies including recognizing shock, medicating the wounded, and treating minor and major wounds.
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Sports Inspire Unity Amongst Foreign Partners for CJTF-HOA
8/25/2023
A primary function for the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa foreign liaison office is to build relationships and rapport with foreign partners. U.S. Army CPT Walker and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Norris have used their love of sports to foster ties with Japanese Self-Defense Force members here in Djibouti.
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U.S. AFRICOM commander visits CLDJ, patches 218th MEB
8/21/2023
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael E. Langley, U.S. Africa Command commander, visited Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Aug. 16, 2023, as part of his official visit to the East Africa region.
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SETAF-AF Civil Affairs Teams Up With CJTF-HOA To Promote Foreign Relations
8/21/2023
When formal training exercises are too far in between Civil Affairs personnel work on strengthening partner relations through casual hangouts and CJTF-HOA joint-force activities.
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CJTF-HOA Equal Opportunity Leader Course creates change agents
8/16/2023
The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa team consists of a diverse fusion of different teams all coming together to accomplish the same mission and each individual team member also brings their own diverse experiences and outlooks to the team.
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CJTF-HOA patches 218th MEB
8/16/2023
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa held a combat patching ceremony for Soldiers with the 218th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, South Carolina National Guard, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Aug. 14, 2023.
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Walking Blood Bank Program Keeps Camp Lemonnier Prepared
8/4/2023
In 1914, the first modern blood transfusion was conducted to save Soldiers during World War I. As of 2022, roughly 29 thousand units of blood are needed in the United States every day for lifesaving transfusions.
As the only level-2 trauma center in the region, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti’s Expeditionary Medical Facility (CLDJ EMF) is not exempt from this need. Whether it’s for routine surgery or life-saving operations, the most vital resource for the CLDJ EMF mission is blood.
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Camp Lemonnier dog handler teams train together
8/1/2023
Military working dog handlers from U.S. Navy Camp Lemonnier security and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa partnered with the U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians for an MWD training event at Chabelley Airfield, Djibouti, July 25, 2023.
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Partnership and collaboration emphasized at Logistics in East Africa Forum
7/24/2023
Partner nation and CJTF-HOA logisticians attend the Logistics in East Africa Forum.
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CJTF - HOA deployment brings siblings together
7/20/2023
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Katie Theusch, the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) Public Affairs productions noncommissioned officer in charge, and her brother, Master Sgt. Daniel Eggers, CJTF-HOA strategy and plans senior enlisted leader, are both deployed to Camp Lemonnier in support of the CJTF-HOA mission to promote defense, diplomacy, and development within the Horn of Africa.
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157th MEB transfers authority of CJTF-HOA mission to 218th MEB
7/17/2023
The 157th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB), Wisconsin National Guard, transferred authority of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) headquarters staff mission to the 218th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, South Carolina National Guard, on July 14, 2023, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.
Their responsibilities to CJTF-HOA include ensuring strategic partnerships with Djibouti and other partner nations, responding to crises, and enhancing stability and peace in the region by acting as a headquarters support unit to coordinate and facilitate mission accomplishment.
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CJTF - HOA, Spanish forces, Djiboutian coast guard work together for exercise Bull Shark 23-2
6/14/2023
The Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) worked together with Djiboutian and Spanish forces for the biannual Bull Shark exercise at Camp Doraleh and near Arta Range to enhance multinational interoperability May 28 - June 4, 2023.
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