Director's Corner
Director EASF
Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga
Training Exercises
- CPX 2025, Djibouti
- CPX 2022, Kenya
- FTX 2017, Sudan
- CPX 2014, Ethiopia
- FTX 2013, Uganda
- CPX 2011, Sudan
- FTX 2009, Djibouti
- CPX 2008, Kenya
Social Media
EASF Participates in Validation Workshop on Regional Air Operations Framework
Kigali, Rwanda – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) participated in a validation workshop for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Combined Air Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures in Kigali, Rwanda, from 15–19 June 2026.
EASF and UNITAR Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cooperation in Peace and Security
Geneva, Switzerland, 19 June 2026 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in peace and security, marking a significant step in advancing their strategic partnership.
EASF Director Strengthens Ties Through Courtesy Visit to Somalia Embassy in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya – 11 June 2026 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) continued its diplomatic outreach efforts as the Director of EASF, Eastern Africa Standby Force Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga, paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Kenya, at the Somali Embassy in Nairobi. He was accompanied by senior EASF officials including Mr. Dahir Meraneh, Head of Peace Support Operations Department, Ms. Noowe Kakoono Monalisa, Head of the Civilian Component, Ms. Catherine (EA), and Maj. Abdi Karim, Chief J2/J3.
EASF Strengthens Engagement with Djibouti Through High-Level Courtesy Visit
On 8 June 2026, The Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, today led a delegation on a courtesy call to the Ambassador of the Republic of Djibouti to Kenya, H.E. Yacin Elmi Bouh, in Nairobi.
During the meeting, Brig. Gen. Rwivanga briefed the Ambassador on EASF’s mandate, mission, vision, and membership, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration among Member States in advancing peace, security, and stability across the Eastern Africa region.