Director's Corner
The Director EASF
Brig Paul Kahuria Njema.
Training Exercises
- CPX 2022, Kenya
- FTX 2017, Sudan
- CPX 2014, Ethiopia
- FTX 2013, Uganda
- CPX 2011, Sudan
- FTX 2009, Djibouti
- CPX 2008, Kenya
Social Media
Youth for Peace Seminar Concludes with Environmental Commitment in Mogadishu, Somalia
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) successfully concluded its Youth for Peace seminar focused on peace and environmental conservation from October 28 to 30, 2024. The event culminated in a tree-planting initiative, where participants planted 50 trees, symbolizing their commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development. The closing ceremony featured prominent figures, including Mr. Ali Adan Hassan, Acting Director General of the Ministry of Defence, and Admiral Abdi Warsame Osman, Navy Commander. Mr. Ali Adan welcomed the EASF team, expressing Somalia’s readiness to host future EASF activities and highlighting the crucial role of youth in fostering peace and development in the region.
EASF Concludes Course on Children and Armed Conflict Course
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has successfully concluded a Children and Armed Conflict Course aimed at enhancing member states' capabilities to address the urgent issue of children affected by armed conflict. The course, which took place from October 14 to October 25, 2024, attracted military, police, and civilian participants from ten EASF member states. Held at the United Nations Regional Service Centre in Entebbe, the course focused on deepening participants' understanding of conflict dynamics and their impact on children, while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among attendees.
Youth for Peace Seminar Kicks Off in Mogadishu, Somalia
The Youth for Peace Seminar, focusing on peace and environmental conservation, began on October 28, 2024, and will run for three days in the Somali capital. This event brings together 60 youth participants from Eastern African Standby Force (EASF) member states and the host nation, Somalia. In his opening remarks, Abdullahi Jamal Mohamed, the Director General of Youth and Sports of Somalia, welcomed participants and emphasized the vital role of youth in fostering peace and stability in the region.
EASF Expert Working Group Meeting Concluded in Nairobi
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Expert Working Group Meeting (EWGM) concluded at the EASF Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi, on October 24, 2024. The meeting, which commenced on October 22, focused on several key agenda items.