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New Senior Development Advisor to U.S. Africa Command

New Senior Development Advisor to U.S. Africa Command New Senior Development Advisor to U.S. Africa Command
12:00 AM11/1/2010
Mark Anthony White
Senior Development Advisor
Term of Assignment: Oct 11, 2010-Oct 12, 2012

The Senior Development Advisor to the United States Africa Command, Mark Anthony White, reported for duty on October 11, 2010.
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AFRICOM Updated on Military Assistance Progress in Sierra Leone

AFRICOM Updated on Military Assistance Progress in Sierra Leone AFRICOM Updated on Military Assistance Progress in Sierra Leone
12:00 AM11/1/2010
Sierra Leone's minister of defense thanked U.S. Africa Command for its continued support to this West African nation's efforts to reform its military.

"We face challenges as a nation just coming out of war," Minister Alfred
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U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses

U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses
12:00 AM10/27/2010
The U.S. military's security cooperation efforts in Liberia reported progress October 25, 2010, to a U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) delegation led by Ambassador J. Anthony Holmes, AFRICOM's deputy to the commander for civil-military
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In Final Stage, Amani Africa Exercise Gauges Africa Standby Force Readiness

In Final Stage, Amani Africa Exercise Gauges Africa Standby Force Readiness In Final Stage, Amani Africa Exercise Gauges Africa Standby Force Readiness
12:00 AM10/27/2010
The African Union (AU) Commission's Africa Standby Force began the final phase of the Amani Africa Cycle with a command post exercise (CPX) October 20, 2010.
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Ward: National Guard, Reserves Making Vital Contribution in Africa

Ward: National Guard, Reserves Making Vital Contribution in Africa Ward: National Guard, Reserves Making Vital Contribution in Africa
12:00 AM10/26/2010
The National Guard and Reserves are making a vital contribution in Africa, the commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said in Washington, D.C, October 25, 2010.
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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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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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Command Sergeant Major Blog: September 2010

Command Sergeant Major Blog: September 2010 Command Sergeant Major Blog: September 2010
12:00 AM10/12/2010
It's been almost two months since I last wrote...hard to believe.

Since my last blog I have been to Liberia, Djibouti, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia. A very special event in September was the privilege and honor of hosting
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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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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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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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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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CFC Begins Overseas

CFC Begins Overseas CFC Begins Overseas
12:00 AM10/6/2010
General William E. "Kip" Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, kicked off the 2010 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Overseas for the command October 4, 2010, at Kelley Barracks.

CFC, the annual giving drive for the Department
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Guinean Interim President, AFRICOM Commander Exchange Views

Guinean Interim President, AFRICOM Commander Exchange Views Guinean Interim President, AFRICOM Commander Exchange Views
12:00 AM10/1/2010
Guinea's Interim President, General Sekouba Konate, and American General William Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM,) exchanged views and discussed matters of mutual interest during a Digital Video Conference (DVC) which took place
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Burkina Faso Minister of Defense Visits U.S. Africa Command

Burkina Faso Minister of Defense Visits U.S. Africa Command Burkina Faso Minister of Defense Visits U.S. Africa Command
12:00 AM9/30/2010
Burkina Faso's Minister of Defense Yero Boly met with senior leaders of U.S. Africa Command, September 30, 2010, to identify areas of cooperation between Burkina Faso and the United States.

Walking through a formation of honor
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Global Financial Integrity Director Addresses AFRICOM Staff

Global Financial Integrity Director Addresses AFRICOM Staff Global Financial Integrity Director Addresses AFRICOM Staff
12:00 AM9/24/2010
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) welcomed Raymond Baker, director of Global Financial Integrity (GFI), as the guest speaker of the AFRICOM Commander's Speakers Series held September 23, 2010 on Kelley Barracks.

The event invites
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Kenyan Defence Sergeants Major Focus on Enlisted Development during AFRICOM Visit

Kenyan Defence Sergeants Major Focus on Enlisted Development during AFRICOM Visit Kenyan Defence Sergeants Major Focus on Enlisted Development during AFRICOM Visit
12:00 AM9/17/2010
A delegation of sergeants major from Kenya's defense service components visited U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) headquarters as part of a senior leadership engagement that offered an in-depth look at the command's mission and activities,
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