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United States Africa Command

Our Mission
USAFRICOM, with Partners and Allies, counters malign actors and transnational threats, responds to crises, strengthens African security forces, and supports U.S. Government efforts in Africa to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.
Our Mission
USAFRICOM, with Partners and Allies, counters malign actors and transnational threats, responds to crises, strengthens African security forces, and supports U.S. Government efforts in Africa to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.
Our Mission
USAFRICOM, with Partners and Allies, counters malign actors and transnational threats, responds to crises, strengthens African security forces, and supports U.S. Government efforts in Africa to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.

Latest News

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany – U.S. Air Force medical personnel from U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Command Surgeon’s Team, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and Algerian medical and flight crew personnel collaborated to exchange best practices and patient care methods during an aeromedical evacuation familiarization visit at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 14–18.

Friday, July 25, 2025

Briefing sessions were focused on EUCOM and AFRICOM’s critical capability needs, outlining technology requirements to close operational gaps.

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

RABAT, Morocco – June 12, 2025 — On the final day of the 7th annual Africa Senior Enlisted Leaders Conference (ASELC), Dr. Jason “JW” Womack, Senior Director for Organizational Engagement and Leader Development for the U.S. Space Force, delivered a keynote that resonated with senior enlisted leaders from Africa and the United States.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

U.S. Africa Command strengthens relationships with African partner nations through multinational exercises and military-to-military engagements. This cooperation enhances defense capabilities, improves effectiveness, and ensures readiness to face complex security challenges.

Working alongside regional partners, U.S. Africa Command conducts military operations to disrupt, degrade, and neutralize violent extremist organizations posing transnational threats. These operations not only protect U.S. interests but also foster the development of capabilities and sustained readiness among our partners.

U.S. Africa Command is committed to protecting U.S. personnel and facilities within the region. By working closely with partner nations, we ensure all forces are equipped with the capabilities and readiness necessary to respond effectively to any crisis.

Latest Press Releases

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike against al Shabaab on July 25, 2025.

Saturday, July 26, 2025

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an operation against the ISIS-Somalia terrorist network in Somalia on July 25.

Saturday, July 26, 2025

U.S. Africa Command’s Deputy Commander, Army Lt. Gen. John W. Brennan, and Deputy to the Commander for Civil-Military Engagement Ambassador Robert Scott traveled to Windhoek, July 21-22, to build upon the partnership between the United States and Namibia.

Friday, July 25, 2025

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