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12/4/2024
Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict, and protect U.S. and partner interests.
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MSRON performs exercise with Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard
12/4/2024
U.S. Sailors assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron-1 (MSRON-1) participate in a knowledge exchange with women from the Djiboutian Coast Guard and Djiboutian Navy during Sea Sisters, part of Exercise Bull Shark 25-1, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Nov. 4-6, 2024. Led by Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, Bull Shark 25-1 is a joint training exercise with U.S. and partner forces focused on enhancing personnel recovery capabilities and interoperability. Sea Sisters, facilitated by Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) and MSRON-1, spanned three days and included sessions on maritime survival tactics, medical care, and relationship-building. WPS was established by United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 in 2000, WPS emphasizes the critical role of women in peace and security efforts and calls for the protection of women and girls in conflict zones. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte)
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SFAB builds partner capacity in Djibouti
12/4/2024
U.S. Army soldiers assigned to Army Maneuver Advisor Team 2311 (MAT), 3rd Squadron, 2nd Security Force Assistance Brigade and Djibouti military members assigned to the Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR) of the Djibouti Armed Forces prepare for a live fire exercise at Ali Oune, Djibouti, Oct. 17, 2024. The MAT has been working with the BIR for the past seven months to build partner capacity progressing from individual to collective mission essential tasks. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte)
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East Africa Security Forum hosted by CJTF-HOA
11/26/2024
The East Africa Security Forum (EASF) was recently held at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The forum, hosted by Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), aimed to enhance U.S. collaboration with regional partners and address complex security issues. It brought together senior leaders and distinguished guests from U.S. government agencies, military and diplomatic missions, as well as representatives from partner nations.
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Transfer of authority at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
10/25/2024
The Pennsylvania National Guard’s Task Force Associator was officially given responsibility for the security mission in East Africa from Task Force Paxton, another Pennsylvania National Guard Unit, during a transfer of authority ceremony Oct. 21, 2024. The ceremony is a military tradition representing a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a mission from one unit to the next. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte)
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French Desert Commando Course Day 4
10/11/2024
CJTF-HOA service members participated in Day 4 of the French Desert Commando Course in Djibouti on Oct. 9, 2024. The course offers a valuable knowledge exchange with French allies, challenging skills and strengthening partnerships to enhance readiness and regional security.
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French Desert Commando Course
10/10/2024
Service members from the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa experience the French military Meal Ready to Eat (MRE) during the French Desert Commando Course in Djibouti, Oct. 8, 2024.
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CJTF-HOA Command Senior Enlisted Leader Change of Responsibility
10/10/2024
U.S. service members deployed to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) welcomed their new command senior enlisted leader (CSEL) during a change of responsibility ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Oct. 8, 2024.
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CJTF-HOA Boosts Crisis Response and Partnerships
10/10/2024
U.S. Soldiers with the East Africa Response Force arrived in Libreville, Gabon in September 2024 for a multi-day critical Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise. This exercise was a key component of CJTF-HOA’s mission to enhance crisis response capabilities and foster military cooperation with regional partners and U.S. embassies. More than 150 personnel participated, conducting joint training across 67,000 miles, including air refueling, logistical operations, and ground and medical exercises. These efforts showcased U.S. readiness to address security challenges while strengthening the strategic partnership between U.S. and Gabonese forces.
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Soldiers build aid station in Kismayo, Somali
7/30/2024
U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 1151st Engineer Support Company build a medical aid station at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, July 22, 2024. The new aid station will expand medical aid capabilities and support U.S. and partner security efforts in the region.
(Interview: 1st Lt. Thomas McCroan; project Engineer in Charge)
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Bull Shark 24-2 Crisis Response
5/30/2024
Members of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa combined efforts with our French, Spanish and Djiboutian partners to rehearse rescuing military personnel and civilians from a hostile environment during Bull Shark 24-2 on May 5-6, 2024 off the coast of Djibouti. The biannual personnel recovery exercise enhances partnerships, reinforces crisis response capability for maritime, improved communications and shore personnel recovery in a combined joint environment. (U.S. Air National Guard video by SrA Kevin Nious)
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CJTF-HOA Celebrates Women's History Month
3/18/2024
Our Women, Peace, and Security team hosted an International Women's Day ceremony in celebration of Women's History Month at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Mar. 7, 2024. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa has spent the month celebrating the many contributions of women and highlighting the importance of inclusion in the Horn of Africa. (Department of Defense video by U.S. Army Sgt. Jalen Miller and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kevin Nious)
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CJTF-HOA conducts maritime Exercise Bull Shark
1/23/2024
Video package containing highlights from Exercise BULL SHARK 24-1.
Exercise BULL SHARK is a joint-service, multi-national maritime personnel recovery exercise in the Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Djibouti, conducted biannually by Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa. Participants in the exercise coordinate efforts to respond to crisis, counter hostile activity and conduct tactical combat casualty care.
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294th ESC builds capability across Africa
10/3/2023
The 294th Engineer Support Company is paving the road to success and building up our mission.
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10/3/2023
Our members came together to write messages of hope around Camp Lemonnier on Friday. Chalking the Camp was part of our ongoing Suicide Prevention Awareness Month initiative to spread awareness of our helping agencies and resources for those who are struggling.
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French Desert Commando Fit Test
10/3/2023
Soldiers from CJTF-HOA take part in the initial assessment to qualify for the French Desert Commando Course, a fitness test
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Japanese and American service members compete on the Basketball court
9/19/2023
CJTF-HOA had a friendly feud with our Japanese partners during a daring game of Basketball.
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EARF trains for success
9/19/2023
The East Africa Response Force trains to stay ready to maintain security on the continent.
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Humans of HOA- Capt Eric Anduze
9/19/2023
Capt Eric Anduze is not only our deputy commander, but a legendary pilot as well.
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22 Pushup Challenge
9/19/2023
We have been taking part in the 22 Pushup Challenge throughout Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to bring attention to the issue. If you or somebody you know needs help, please contact a member of the Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Care Team or utilize the Military Crisis Line.
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