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School Dedication in Kiunga

School Dedication in Kiunga School Dedication in Kiunga
12:00 AM10/25/2010
U.S. Navy Maritime Civil Affairs Team 205, currently assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, joined hands with the local Kenyan host nation government, the head teachers of Kiunga Primary School and Secondary School, and local parents
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Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful

Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Over the past several months, members of the Moroto District Veterinary Office (DVO), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Makerere University, Uganda's Peoples Defence Force - Civil Military Coordination Center (UPDF-CMCC), the
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Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA

Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Nurses of the Dil Chora Hospital in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, attended the first week-long emergency medical technician (EMT) course, October 15, 2010.

The course is a partnership between Dr. Manyazewal Dessie, senior orthopedic surgeon at
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Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful

Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Over the past several months, members of the Moroto District Veterinary Office (DVO), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Makerere University, Uganda's Peoples Defence Force - Civil Military Coordination Center (UPDF-CMCC), the
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Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA

Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA Ethiopian Nurses Practice EMT Skills with CJTF-HOA
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Nurses of the Dil Chora Hospital in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, attended the first week-long emergency medical technician (EMT) course, October 15, 2010.

The course is a partnership between Dr. Manyazewal Dessie, senior orthopedic surgeon at
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Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication

Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication
12:00 AM10/22/2010
Alongside their Djiboutian counterparts, members of the U.S. Army's 418th Civil Affairs Battalion, Charlie Company and the Army National Guard 2nd Combined Arms Battalion, 137th Infantry Regiment, helped construct the Djibouti National Police
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Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication

Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication Djiboutian Police Academy K-9 Obstacle Course Dedication
12:00 AM10/22/2010
Alongside their Djiboutian counterparts, members of the U.S. Army's 418th Civil Affairs Battalion, Charlie Company and the Army National Guard 2nd Combined Arms Battalion, 137th Infantry Regiment, helped construct the Djibouti National Police
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AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute

AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute
12:00 AM10/21/2010
Since his arrival to U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) eight months ago, Petty Officer Third Class Kevin Mullins literally 'hit the deck' running. His efforts were recognized for his impact on both the command and local community during the
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Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA

Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA
12:00 AM10/18/2010
The chief master sergeant of the U.S. Air Force spent a day in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti to see firsthand the role Airmen play in the mission of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa and throughout the U.S. Africa Command theater.
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Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA

Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Air Force Visits CJTF-HOA
12:00 AM10/18/2010
The chief master sergeant of the U.S. Air Force spent a day in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti to see firsthand the role Airmen play in the mission of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa and throughout the U.S. Africa Command theater.

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General Ward Welcomes 19 African, 5 European Regions at Africa Maritime Safety and Security Conference

General Ward Welcomes 19 African, 5 European Regions at Africa Maritime Safety and Security Conference General Ward Welcomes 19 African, 5 European Regions at Africa Maritime Safety and Security Conference
12:00 AM10/15/2010
General William E. Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, hosted a conference attended by 19 African nations, five European nations and the U.S. October 13-14, 2010, at the Millennium Hotel in Stuttgart, Germany.
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African Union's Shinkaiye Calls Maritime Security a World Issue at AFRICOM-Hosted Conference Conclusion

African Union's Shinkaiye Calls Maritime Security a World Issue at AFRICOM-Hosted Conference Conclusion African Union's Shinkaiye Calls Maritime Security a World Issue at AFRICOM-Hosted Conference Conclusion
12:00 AM10/15/2010
Ambassador John K. Shinkaiye, African Union Commission chief of staff, concluded the Africa Maritime Safety and Security: Towards Economic Prosperity Conference with an address to attendees from Africa, Europe and the U.S. October 14, 2010, at the
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Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade

Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade
12:00 AM10/15/2010
Ambassador Vicki Huddleston, deputy assistant secretary of defense for Africa addressed the Maritime Safety and Security: Towards Economic Prosperity Conference October 13, 2010, at the Millennium Hotel in Stuttgart, Germany.

The
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Army Civil Affairs Teams Attend Issa Chief Wedding

Army Civil Affairs Teams Attend Issa Chief Wedding Army Civil Affairs Teams Attend Issa Chief Wedding
12:00 AM10/14/2010
A U.S. Army 418th Civil Affairs Team (Charlie Company) was invited by the tribal Chief (Ugaas) of Issa, Mustafe Maxamed Ibraahim, to attend his wedding celebration September 23, 2010.

Through meetings with tribal elders and advisors,
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DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference

DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference
12:00 AM10/13/2010
Gen Ward kicked off the US Africa Command CFC-Overseas Campaign on 4 October 2010. In order to promote CFC-Overseas, for the next 8 weeks we would like to use as many venues and resources as possible to improve our participation in "Making a
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Army Africa Medical Personnel Among 1st to Attend Revamped Tropical Medicine Course at Walter Reed

Army Africa Medical Personnel Among 1st to Attend Revamped Tropical Medicine Course at Walter Reed Army Africa Medical Personnel Among 1st to Attend Revamped Tropical Medicine Course at Walter Reed
12:00 AM10/12/2010
The continent of Africa is home to many tropical diseases, which cause illness and, in some instances, death. Tropical diseases wreak havoc on the social and economic growth of the continent and affect the health and welfare of those who travel.
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Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation

Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation
12:00 AM10/12/2010
AFRICOM commander General William "Kip" Ward discussed U.S. Africa Command's role in supporting U.S. government efforts for stability and security in Africa with Robert Bosch Foundation members October 7, 2010 at the Robert Bosch house
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AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff

AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff
12:00 AM10/8/2010
U.S. Africa Command staff gathered to honor their first chief of staff during an award ceremony and farewell potluck September 27, 2010.

Major General Michael Snodgrass has spent the past three years responsible for AFRICOM staff -
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Commander, NAVEUR-NAVAF, JFC Naples, Passes the Flag

Commander, NAVEUR-NAVAF, JFC Naples, Passes the Flag Commander, NAVEUR-NAVAF, JFC Naples, Passes the Flag
12:00 AM10/8/2010
Admiral Mark Fitzgerald turned over command to Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III, during a change of command ceremony at Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples, October 6, 2010.

The ceremony marked the completion of Fitzgerald's
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NAVEUR-NAVAF Commander Retires after 37-year Naval Career

NAVEUR-NAVAF Commander Retires after 37-year Naval Career NAVEUR-NAVAF Commander Retires after 37-year Naval Career
12:00 AM10/7/2010
Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF), commander of Allied Joint Forces Command (JFC) Naples, retired concluding a 37-year Naval career, in Naples, Italy October 6, 2010.

Admiral Mark P. Fitzgerald, a native of
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