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Somali, U.S. forces engage insurgents in support of the Federal Government of Somalia

Somali, U.S. forces engage insurgents in support of the Federal Government of Somalia Somali, U.S. forces engage insurgents in support of the Federal Government of Somalia
6:45 PM1/3/2020
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorists who engaged Somali National Army partner forces on patrol near Bacaw, Somalia, on Jan. 3, 2020.
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AFRICOM in 2019: Strengthening partnerships while countering threats, malign actors

AFRICOM in 2019: Strengthening partnerships while countering threats, malign actors AFRICOM in 2019: Strengthening partnerships while countering threats, malign actors
11:09 AM12/31/2019
During 2019, U.S. Africa Command continued its critical work with African, international, and inter-agency partners to counter transnational threats and malign actors, strengthen security forces, and respond to crises in order to advance U.S. interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.
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Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct three airstrikes against al-Shabaab terrorists

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct three airstrikes against al-Shabaab terrorists Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct three airstrikes against al-Shabaab terrorists
11:21 PM12/29/2019
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted three (3) airstrikes in two (2) locations targeting al-Shabaab militants in the vicinity of Qunyo Barrow and Caliyoow Barrow, Somalia, respectively, on Dec. 29, 2019.
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U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early

U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early
9:15 AM12/26/2019
As part of a $31 million train-and-equip partnership between the U.S. government and the Djiboutian military, a shipment of 54 new Humvees arrived in Djibouti City, Djibouti, this week.
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All-female military-intelligence training in Nigeria supports peace, security initiatives

All-female military-intelligence training in Nigeria supports peace, security initiatives All-female military-intelligence training in Nigeria supports peace, security initiatives
10:32 AM12/23/2019
The U.S. Africa Command director of intelligence engaged with Nigerian intelligence officials and presided over the graduation of an all-female intelligence course during a multi-day trip, Dec. 18-21.
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U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early

U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early U.S. provides Djibouti's rapid intervention unit tactical vehicles seven months early
4:23 PM12/20/2019
As part of a $31 million train-and-equip partnership between the U.S. government and the Djiboutian military, a shipment of 54 new Humvees arrived in Djibouti City, Djibouti, this week.
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Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorist

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorist Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorist
10:38 PM12/16/2019
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting an al-Shabaab terrorist in the vicinity of Dujuuma, Somalia, on Dec. 16, 2019.
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11:41 AM12/14/2019
Members of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) mark the 383rd birthday of the National Guard with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony at Kelley Barracks Dec. 13. Within AFRICOM, the National Guard plays several roles in promoting a stable security environment in Africa. One way this is accomplished is through the State Partnership Program, with 15 African nations partnered with 13 state National Guards. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Flor Gonzalez/Released)
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U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard

U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard
5:00 PM12/13/2019
Members of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) mark the 383rd birthday of the National Guard with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony at Kelley Barracks Dec. 13.
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U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard

U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard
4:00 PM12/13/2019
Members of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) mark the 383rd birthday of the National Guard with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony at Kelley Barracks Dec. 13. On this date in 1636, the first militia regiments in North America organized in Massachusetts. Based upon an order of the Massachusetts Bay Colony’s General Court, the colony’s militia was organized into three permanent regiments to defend the colony better. The National Guard shares the distinction of being the oldest unit in the U.S. military. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Flor Gonzalez/Released)
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U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard

U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard
4:00 PM12/13/2019
Members of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) mark the 383rd birthday of the National Guard with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony at Kelley Barracks Dec. 13. Within AFRICOM, the National Guard plays several roles in promoting a stable security environment in Africa. One way this is accomplished is through the State Partnership Program, with 15 African nations partnered with 13 state National Guards. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Flor Gonzalez/Released)
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U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard

U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard U.S. Africa Command marks the 383rd birthday of the National Guard
4:00 PM12/13/2019
National Guard Brig. Gen. Gregory J. Hadfield, AFRICOM deputy director for intelligence and Col. Patricia Fant, chief of the National Guard Integration, cut the cake to celebrate the National Guard's 383rd at Kelley Barracks Dec. 13. Within AFRICOM, the National Guard plays several roles in promoting a stable security environment in Africa. One way this is accomplished is through the State Partnership Program, with 15 African nations partnered with 13 state National Guards. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Flor Gonzalez/Released)
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New partners Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard seek to enhance deployment, sustainment of peacekeeping forces

New partners Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard seek to enhance  deployment, sustainment of peacekeeping forces New partners Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard seek to enhance  deployment, sustainment of peacekeeping forces
3:22 PM12/12/2019
The Nebraska National Guard and Rwanda formalized their commitment to the Department of Defense’s State Partnership Program during a signing ceremony in Kigali, Rwanda, Dec. 12, 2019.
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Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard Begin Partnership in Africa

Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard Begin Partnership in Africa Rwanda, Nebraska National Guard Begin Partnership in Africa
2:30 PM12/12/2019
The Nebraska National Guard and Rwanda began a new partnership during a signing ceremony in Kigali, Rwanda, Dec. 12, 2019, as part of the National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program.
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AC Form 43 AFRICOM Medical Waiver Request Form 15 JAN 2019

AC Form 43 AFRICOM Medical Waiver Request Form 15 JAN 2019 AC Form 43 AFRICOM Medical Waiver Request Form 15 JAN 2019
11:17 AM12/11/2019
U.S. Africa Command's Medical Waiver Request Form
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Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorists

 Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorists  Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. conduct airstrike against al-Shabaab terrorists
6:36 PM12/9/2019
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab terrorists in the vicinity of Saakow, Somalia, on Dec. 9, 2019.
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians host training in Uganda

Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians host training in Uganda Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians host training in Uganda
2:00 PM12/9/2019
U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians are in Magamaga, Uganda, from October 2019 to September 2020 to train members of the Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces on proper munition disposal procedures and techniques.
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AFRICOM, Ghanaian Armed Forces create action plan for long-term security, stability

AFRICOM, Ghanaian Armed Forces create action plan for long-term security, stability AFRICOM, Ghanaian Armed Forces create action plan for long-term security, stability
1:35 PM12/4/2019
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) hosted senior-members of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), Nov. 13-16, to discuss long-term defense and security planning in the West African country.
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Djiboutian Rapid Intervention Battalion welcomes new commander

Djiboutian Rapid Intervention Battalion welcomes new commander Djiboutian Rapid Intervention Battalion welcomes new commander
3:51 PM12/3/2019
“I would like to thank the team of American instructors who spare no effort to transmit their knowledge to the soldiers of the RIB,” said Djiboutian Army Lt. Gen. Zakaria Cheikh Ibrahim.
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U.S. conducts joint knowledge exchange with partners in Somalia

U.S. conducts joint knowledge exchange with partners in Somalia U.S. conducts joint knowledge exchange with partners in Somalia
3:45 PM12/2/2019
U.S. service members in Somalia recently conducted a joint Tactical Casualty Combat Care information exchange and mass casualty exercise with neighboring Ugandan African Union Mission in Somalia soldiers.
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