Sgt. Jesse Rinker, a member of the East Africa Response Force (EARF),
assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), demonstrates proper application of a tourniquet to Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) Soldiers, April 5, 2024, at Medubugu, Burundi.
Visiting U.S. Soldiers joined their BNDF counterparts for a full day of demonstrations and practical exercises focused on emergency field medical care and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua DuRant)
A U.S. Air Force Pararescueman, assigned to 82nd Expeditionary Rescue
Squadron, demonstrates proper use of a litter to Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) Soldiers, April 5, 2024, at Medubugu, Burundi. Visiting U.S. Soldiers of the East Africa Response Force, along with other service members, joined their BNDF counterparts for a full day of demonstrations and practical exercises focused on emergency field medical care and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt.
Joshua DuRant)
Keith Gilges, the Charge d’Affaires of Burundi, joins senior Burundian officials for a tour of the C-130 aircraft that brought visiting U.S. Army Soldiers of the East Africa Response Force to Burundi, April 3, 2024. The visiting U.S. Army Soldiers joined the Burundi National Defence Force to work together to enhance readiness for humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua DuRant)
Sgt. Jesse Rinker, a member of the East Africa Response Force (EARF),
assigned to Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), demonstrates proper application of a bandage to Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) Soldiers, April 5, 2024, at Medubugu, Burundi.
Visiting U.S. Soldiers joined their BNDF counterparts for a full day of demonstrations and practical exercises focused on emergency field medical care and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua DuRant)
Members of the East Africa Response Force (EARF), assigned to Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), arrive in Burundi, April 3, 2024. Visiting U.S. Soldiers joined their Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) counterparts for several days of working together to enhance readiness for humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua DuRant)
Members of the Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) carry a team member
during a casualty evacuation and medical knowledge exchange, April 5, 2024, at Medubugu, Burundi.
Visiting U.S. Soldiers joined their BNDF counterparts for a full day of demonstrations and practical exercises focused on emergency field medical care and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua DuRant)
A U.S. Air Force Pararescueman, assigned to 82nd Expeditionary Rescue
Squadron, demonstrates proper use of a litter to Burundi National Defence Force (BNDF) Soldiers, April 5, 2024, at Medubugu, Burundi. Visiting U.S. Soldiers of the East Africa Response Force, along with other service members, joined their BNDF counterparts for a full day of demonstrations and practical exercises focused on emergency field medical care and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt.
Joshua DuRant)
CJTF-HOA works with U.S. Embassy in Burundi in exercise to maintain regional readiness
5/7/2024
The East Africa Response Force (EARF), comprised of members from Task Force Paxton under the direction of CJTF-HOA, conducted an Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise (EDRE) on April 3, 2024, assessing their capacity to effectively deploy, reinforce, and subsequently support any potential needs of the U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura, Burundi.
U.S. Marine Corp. General Michael Langley passes the CJTF-HOA flag to U.S. Army Brigadier General Brian T. Cashman at the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa change of command ceremony, Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Apr 27, 2024. CJTF-HOA is a dynamic; joint and multinational operational headquarters; ensuring a strategic partnership with Djibouti; responds to crises; and supports operations throughout East Africa in order to enhance stability and prosperity.(U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Cambrin Bassett)
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Jamelle Shawley passes the CJTF-HOA flag to U.S. Marine Corp. General Michael Langley at the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa change of command ceremony, Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Apr 27, 2024. CJTF-HOA is a dynamic; joint and multinational operational headquarters; ensuring a strategic partnership with Djibouti; responds to crises; and supports operations throughout East Africa in order to enhance stability and prosperity.(U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Airman John Macera)
U.S. Marine Corp. General Michael Langley leads the armed forces melody at the change of command ceremony between U.S Army Maj. Gen. Jamelle Shawley and U.S. Army Brigadier General Brian T. Cashman, Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Apr 27, 2024. CJTF-HOA is a dynamic, joint and multinational operational headquarters, ensuring a strategic partnership with Djibouti, responds to crises, and supports operations throughout East Africa in order to enhance stability and prosperity.(U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Airman John Macera)
U.S. Marine Corp. General Michael Langley speaks at the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa change of command ceremony, Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Apr 27, 2024. CJTF-HOA is a dynamic; joint and multinational operational headquarters; ensuring a strategic partnership with Djibouti; responds to crises; and supports operations throughout East Africa in order to enhance stability and prosperity.(U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Airman John Macera)
Change of Command at CJTF-HOA: A New Chapter Begins with General Cashman
5/3/2024
On Saturday, April 27, 2024, after nearly two years as commanding general of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, Maj. Gen. Jamelle Shawley transfers command to Brigadier General Brian T. Cashman. The ceremony, presided by US Marine Corps General Michael Langley, commander US Forces AFRICOM, was held at 11 Degrees North in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Pennsylvania National Guard deliver medical equipment to Djibouti Adventist Health Center, April 7, 2024, Djibouti City, Djibouti.
