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
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Denmark Hands Over Vehicles and Equipment to EASF in Nairobi as Part of Exit Strategy
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) today received two vehicles and a range of Rapid Deployment Kits from the Embassy of Denmark during a handover ceremony held at the EASF Secretariat in Nairobi. The transfer forms part of the Embassy of Denmark’s Midterm Exit Strategy under its ongoing partnership with the EASF, as preparations continue for the conclusion of Denmark’s support in December 2026.
EASF Holds Handover Ceremony for Incoming Force Commander
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Force Headquarters in Addis Ababa has officially conducted a handover/takeover ceremony marking the transition of the Office of the Force Commander from Brigadier General Getachew Mohammad to Brigadier General Stephen Huria.
Brig. Gen. Getachew, who has served as Force Commander since 2023, expressed his sincere appreciation to the EASF leadership, staff, and the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia for the support and cooperation accorded to him during his tenure.
Incoming EASF Force Commander Visits Secretariat Ahead of Assumption of Office
Nairobi, Kenya, 29 June 2026 - The Incoming Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Force Commander, Brig Stephen Maina Huria, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the EASF Secretariat in Nairobi ahead of officially assuming command at the EASF Force Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 2 July 2026.
EASF Hosts Midterm Exit Strategy Meeting with Denmark
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) on Monday, 29 June 2026, convened a Midterm Exit Strategy Meeting with the Embassy of Denmark, Chair of the Friends of EASF, to review progress under their ongoing partnership ahead of the conclusion of Denmark's support in December 2026.
Eastern Africa Standby Force Participates in Regional Counterterrorism Fusion Workshop
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) participated in the Intelligence and Information Fusion Workshop: Enhancing National Coordination in Eastern Africa, held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 23 to 26 June 2026. The workshop was convened by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS) in partnership with the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre (AUCTC).
EASF and Sudan Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Peace and Security
Nairobi, Kenya - 24th June 2026- The Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) received the Defense Attaché of the Embassy of the Republic of Sudan to Kenya, Major General Magdi Ahmed, during a courtesy visit to the EASF Secretariat in Nairobi.
The meeting provided an opportunity for discussions on matters of mutual interest, including regional peace, security, and cooperation within the Eastern Africa region.
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