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Gambia trains on maritime clearing techniques as part of Obangame Express 2019
Members of the Gambian navy conduct clearing techniques during a simulated drug smuggling and human trafficking scenario aboard the Gambia Navy’s patrol vessel, GNS Kunti Kinte during Exercise Obangame Express 2019 in Banjul, Gambia, March 18. Exercise Obangame Express, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness, information-sharing practices, and tactical interdiction expertise to enhance the collective capabilities of Gulf of Guinea and West African nations to counter sea-based illicit activity.
Photo by: MC2 Tamara Vaughn, Gambia
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Colonel Gabriel Udoh Akpan receives his Certificate of Participation from Mr. Mark D. “Max” Maxwell on the final day of the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, on February 28, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel that seeks to create a collaborative forum for military commanders and their legal advisors to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. This iteration featured over 80 participants from 30 African nations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Captain Sunday Michael Akinkunmi salutes Brigadier General Dan Kuwali before receiving his Certificate of Participation for attending the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, on February 28, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel that seeks to create a collaborative forum for military commanders and their legal advisors to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. This iteration featured over 80 participants from 30 African nations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Changwe Mandishi translates English-language speakers’ questions and speeches into French during the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 26, 2019. The conference, which features delegates from 30 African countries, is presented in English, French, and Portuguese, with translation service occurring in real time. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
The gathered delegates to the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, on February 28, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel that seeks to create a collaborative forum for military commanders and their legal advisors to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. This iteration featured over 80 participants from 30 African nations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Delegates to the Accountability Colloquium VI talk to each other about a recent presentation during a short break on February 27, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel that seeks to create a collaborative forum for military commanders and their legal advisors to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. This iteration of Accountability Colloquium is being hosted in Lilongwe, Malawi. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Delegates to the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, take notes on a presentation being given on Future Conflicts in Africa and Legal Challenges, February 26, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command that seeks to create a collaborative forum for African legal professionals and military commanders to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
General Officer delegates to the Accountability Colloquium VI listen to a presentation being given in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 27, 2019. From right: Brigadier General Dan Kuwali, Malawi; Brigadier General Victor Mwita Kisiri, Tanzania; Brigadier General (Ret) Cyprien Ndikuriyo, Burundi; Major General Ramanka Josias Mokaloba, Lesotho; Brigadier General Sabino Jamba Machado, Angola; Brigadier General Cosmas Bretu Alhassan, Ghana; Brigadier General Posa Alphonce Stemere, Lesotho; (obscured) Brigadier General Mary Chaifullo, United States of America. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
A group photo of the delegates to Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 27, 2019.
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
The female delegates to the Accountability Colloquium VI pose with U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Malawi Virginia Palmer in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 26, 2019. While militaries around the world are still heavily male-dominated, women have made large strides in breaking gender-based barriers in recent years. From left: Sandra Franzblau, Attorney Advisor with United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel; Major Wendi Sazama, United States of America; Brigadier General Mary Chaifullo; Captain Momosa Mary Griffiths; Ambassador Virginia Palmer; Lieutenant Beene Mudenda Mutinda; Captain Thomasin Tumpale Gondwe; Mtendere Gondwe, Representative from the African Union; Lieutenant Colonel Laura Roman.
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Brigadier General Dan Kuwali of the Malawi Defense Force gives the overview of the Program Goals at the beginning of Accountability Colloquium VI, held in Lilongwe, Malawi, on February 26, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium seeks to address issues related to accountability under the Law of Armed Conflict, as well as facilitate discussions related to military justice, command responsibility, and United Nations and African military operations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
Sandi Franzblau, Attorney Advisor with the United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) Office of Legal Counsel, greets delegates on the second morning of the Accountability Colloquium VI, held in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 27, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by USAFRICOM that seeks to create a collaborative forum for African legal professionals and military commanders to exchange information on topics related to African military operations. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
AFRICOM hosts Accountability Colloquium
U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Malawi Virginia Palmer gives her opening remarks to delegates from over 30 African nations attending the Accountability Colloquium VI in Lilongwe, Malawi, February 26, 2019. The Accountability Colloquium is an annual event hosted by United States Africa Command’s Office of Legal Counsel that brings together African military commanders and their legal advisors. (DoD Photo by U.S. Army Sergeant Edward A. Salcedo)
Photo by: Sgt. Edward Salcedo, , , Malawi
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
Djiboutian citizens gather to greet Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa leadership, U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, and Djiboutian government leaders during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which the Seabees have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Lt. Mellany George, an engineering project manager assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), laughs as she dances with Djiboutian citizens before the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to CJTF-HOA, have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Lt. Mellany George, an engineering project manager assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), laughs as she dances with Djiboutian citizens before the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to CJTF-HOA, have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. James D. Craig, commanding general, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), walks with Djiboutian government officials during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to CJTF-HOA, have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, stand in formation during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which the Seabees have worked on for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Carroll Bennett, a Seabee from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, stands in formation during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which the Seabees have worked on for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer Karl Parsons, command senior enlisted leader, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), left, and U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer Andy Gray, command senior enlisted leader, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, listen to a speech during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to CJTF-HOA, have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Seabee Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Baird, detail officer in charge, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), leads a formation during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which the Seabees have worked on for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, pose for a group photo during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which the Seabees have worked on for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Navy Seabees turnover Ali Oune Medical Clinic to Djiboutian officials
A Djiboutian youth dressed in military-style uniform plays along the road during the Ali Oune Medial Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony in Ali Oune, Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2019. The clinic, which salutes a U.S. Navy Seabee, from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 1, have been working to complete for five months, is intended to enhance the Ministry of Health for Djibouti’s ability to provide basic medical, birth and after care to the Ali Oune village and its more than 1,000 residents and rural neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Shawn Nickel, Ali Oune, Djibouti
U.S. Airmen strengthen relationships in South Africa
South African local nationals visit the inside of a C- 130 J Super Hercules during the African Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 18, September 22, 2018, Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the U.S. to showcase military personnel and
equipment while promoting strong ties with its African partners. (US Army Photo by SSG Jeffery
Sandstrum)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Jeffery Sandstrum
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South African local nationals visit the inside of a C- 130 J Super Hercules during the African Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 18, September 22, 2018, Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the U.S. to showcase military personnel and
equipment while promoting strong ties with its African partners. (US Army Photo by SSG Jeffery
Sandstrum)
U.S. Airmen strengthen relationships in South Africa
South African local nationals visit the inside of a United States Air Force aircraft during the African Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 18, September 23, 2018, Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the U.S. to showcase military personnel and
equipment while promoting strong ties with its African partners. (US Army Photo by SSG Jeffery Sandstrum)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Jeffery Sandstrum
U.S. Airmen strengthen relationships in South Africa
Members of the South African Army Band march during the African Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 18 opening ceremony, September 19, 2018, Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa.This tradeshow will increase our understanding of each other’s capabilities and proficiencies, enhancing our ability to operate together. (US Army Photo by SSG Jeffery Sandstrum)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Jeffery Sandstrum
U.S. Airmen strengthen relationships in South Africa
Members of the United States Air Forces in Europe- Air Forces Africa band Touch ’n Go perform a concert for children at Ponte City in Johannesburg, South Africa, September 21, 2018. The band’s performance provides a unique opportunity for the U.S. to develop strong connections with its African partners and their communities. (US Army Photo by
SSG Jeffery Sandstrum)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Jeffery Sandstrum
Chargé d’Affaires, AFRICOM commander Meet with Libyan Prime Minister
From Left to right: U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander, Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj, and Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Department of State's Libya External Office Donald Blome.
Photo by: Courtesy , Tunis, Tunisia
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The EECP can quickly deploy forces into theater and establish initial presence from a forward deployed location, often in support of a lead federal agency such as USAID.
Friendship, Soccer and Chebelley’s Passion for the Game
U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Darren Domingo, left, officer in charge, Combat Camera, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, plays soccer with children from the local village outside of Chebelley Village, Djibouti, Aug. 3, 2018. Domingo was one of approximately 30 service members participating in an outreach event organized by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison, Djibouti
Friendship, Soccer and Chebelley’s Passion for the Game
Djiboutian children from Chebelley Village play soccer outside of Chebelley Village, Djibouti, Aug. 3, 2018. The 404th Civil Affairs Battalion organized an outreach event that included 30 service members from Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison, Djibouti
Friendship, Soccer and Chebelley’s Passion for the Game
Djiboutian children from Chebelley Village gather before playing soccer outside of Chebelley Village, Djibouti, Aug. 3, 2018. The 404th Civil Affairs Battalion organized an outreach event that included 30 service members from Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison, Djibouti
Friendship, Soccer and Chebelley’s Passion for the Game
U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Darren Domingo, officer in charge, Combat Camera, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, races with a child from the local village outside of Chebelley Village, Djibouti, Aug. 3, 2018. Domingo was one of 30 service members participating in an outreach event organized by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Sarah Mattison, Djibouti
USARAF welcomes new commanding general
Brig. Gen. Eugene J. LeBoeuf, left, the outgoing U.S. Army Africa acting commanding general; Marine Gen. Thomas D. Waldhauser, center, the U.S. Africa Command commanding general; and Maj. Gen. Roger L. Cloutier, the incoming U.S. Army Africa commanding general, prepare for the passing of the guidon during the USARAF change of command ceremony, held at Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, Aug. 2, 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jennifer Garza)
Photo by: Sgt. Jennifer Garza, Vicenza, , Italy
USARAF welcomes new commanding general
U.S. Army Africa Commanding General Maj. Gen. Roger L. Cloutier Jr. delivers his remarks at the USARAF change of command ceremony held at Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, Aug. 2, 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jennifer Garza)
Photo by: Sgt. Jennifer Garza, Vicenza, , Italy
Civil Affairs Soldiers enhance Tanzanian counter illicit trafficking operations
U.S. Army Sgt. Matthew Smith, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, provides guidance during a practical exercise in ground reconnaissance for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course, provided by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
Photo by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Timothy Ahearn
Civil Affairs Soldiers enhance Tanzanian counter illicit trafficking operations
U.S. Army Sgt. Matthew Smith, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, conducts a practical exercise in ground surveillance for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course provided by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
Photo by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Timothy Ahearn
Civil Affairs Soldiers enhance Tanzanian counter illicit trafficking operations
U.S. Army Maj. Kevin Jusza, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa provides guidance for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens for a ground surveillance practical exercise during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course, provided by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
Photo by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Timothy Ahearn
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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Marcet, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, provides guidance during a practical exercise in ground reconnaissance for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course provided by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
Photo by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Timothy Ahearn
