U.S. service members talk with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Ted Braxton Jr., Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa command senior enlisted leader, (center), and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, CJTF-HOA commanding general, (right), during a command team battlefield circulation at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, March 30, 2025. CJTF-HOA conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia
Battlefield Circulation to BMA, Somalia
U.S. Army soldiers assigned to Task Force Associator pose for a group photo with Arkin, a Military Working Dog, during a battlefield circulation visit with Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leadership at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, March 31, 2025. CJTF-HOA conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict, and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia
Battlefield Circulation to BMA, Somalia
An M-240 machine gun is loaded at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, March 30, 2025. 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia
Battlefield Circulation to BMA, Somalia
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, meets with service members at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia during a battlefield circulation visit, March 30, 2025. CJTF-HOA conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: CJTF-HOA Public Affairs, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
U.S. service members in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improve base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
152nd ESC improves base infrastructure at MBK
A U.S. service member in 152nd Engineer Support Company, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, improves base infrastructure at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The mission of the 152 ESC is to enhance regional stability and strengthen relationships with partner nations through various construction projects coordinated across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, watch supervisor, participates in a six kilometer run, at Decan Wildlife Refuge, Djibouti, on January 30, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s run club . The photo depicts the U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera to highlight his appreciation and motivation for helping the community move as Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s Humans of HOA feature. Courtesy Photo
U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa watch supervisor, participates in a 9-mile ruck march in preparation for the Norwegian Foot March, an 18-mile course, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Feb 8, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s run club. The photo depicts the U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera to highlight his appreciation and motivation for helping the community move as Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s Humans of HOA feature. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, watch supervisor, documents a successful 2.5 mile run, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Feb 8, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s run club . The photo depicts the U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera to highlight his appreciation and motivation for helping the community move as Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s Humans of HOA feature. Courtesy Photo
U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa watch supervisor, participates in a 9-mile ruck march in preparation for the Norwegian Foot March at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Feb 8, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the CJTF-HOA’s run club. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. Army Soldiers in the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator secure a position for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
Kenyan Defense Forces perform a litter carry for a mass casualty component during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. Army Sgt. Adam Whetstone, a squad leader assigned to Task Force Associator, patrols for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
Kenyan Defense Forces perform a litter carry for a mass casualty component during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. Army Soldiers in the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator, patrol for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator perform tactical combat casualty care during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
A U.S. service member with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participates in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
A U.S. service member with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participates in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28th, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force ASsociator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator and Kenyan Marines provide security in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27th, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek, Manda Bay, Kenya
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
An MV-22 Osprey assigned to the 266th Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron participates in an Outstation Crisis Response at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The exercise showcased the East African Response Force’s ability to remain postured and ready for immediate deployment at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)