Eastern Africa Standby Force Participates in Regional Counterterrorism Fusion Workshop

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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).

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EASF and Sudan Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Peace and Security

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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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EASF Director Hosts Delegation from the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye to Kenya

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Nairobi, Kenya –24^th June 2026 – The Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) today received a delegation from the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye to Kenya during a courtesy visit to the EASF Secretariat in Nairobi.The delegation was led by H.E. Yusuf Ziya Ayrim, Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye to Kenya, and included Defence Attaché Capt. N. Seher Odabas. The visit provided an opportunity for both parties to reaffirm their longstanding partnership and explore avenues for enhanced collaboration in support of regional peace and security.

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EASF Conducts SGBV Investigation Training for Trainers in Kigali

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The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has completed a two-week Training of Trainers course on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) investigation in Kigali, Rwanda, held from 8 to 19 June 2026. The programme, supported by the Kingdom of Denmark, brought together more than 20 participants from EASF Member States to strengthen investigative capacity in handling SGBV cases.

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EASF Participates in Validation Workshop on Regional Air Operations Framework

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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.

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EASF and UNITAR Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cooperation in Peace and Security

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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.

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EASF Director Strengthens Ties Through Courtesy Visit to Somalia Embassy in Nairobi

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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.

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EASF Strengthens Engagement with Djibouti Through High-Level Courtesy Visit

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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.

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EASF Strengthens Cooperation through Courtesy Call at Uganda High Commission in

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On 4 June 2026, the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, led a delegation on a courtesy call to the High Commission of the Republic of Uganda in Nairobi, Kenya.

The delegation included the Head of the Civilian Component, Ms. Monalisa Kakono, and Ms. Catherine Natukunda from the Eastern Africa Secretariat. They were received by the Deputy Head of Mission, H.E. Kigenyi Eunice, together with Ms. Adah Nshemereirwe, Ms. Juliet Kiggundu (First Secretary), and Ms. Doreen Ruyondo, Minister Counsellor.

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AU Delegation Visits EASF on ASF Training Directives

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On 25 May 2026, the Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga, received a delegation from the African Union (AU) at the EASF Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi, Kenya.

The AU delegation is visiting EASF from 25–27 May 2026 to assess the implementation of the African Standby Force (ASF) Training Directives 2024–2026 and discuss future training priorities for 2027–2029.

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