Space Forces in Europe - Space Forces Africa holds change of command ceremony
7:52 AM8/15/2024
U.S. Space Forces in Europe – Space Forces Africa, also known as SPACEFOREUR-AF, is the U.S. Space Force component field command charged with supporting both U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command, encompassing 51 countries in Europe and 53 countries in Africa, respectively.
AFRICOM recently hosted the Joint Staff 2024 Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) Worldwide Workshop, a key event in the Joint Logistics Enterprise calendar.
Federal Government of Somalia engages terrorists with support from U.S. Forces
2:31 PM7/29/2024
At the request of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted a collective self-defense airstrike against al Shabaab terrorists on July 15.
United States turns over C-130H to Botswana Defence Force
3:53 PM7/8/2024
Botswana Defence Force soldiers attend the Botswana Defence Force, during the the C-130 transfer to Botswana, in Gaborone, Botswana, June 27, 2024.
U.S. leaders from the U.S. Embassy in Gaborone and U.S. Africa Command participated in the transfer ceremony of a former U.S. military C-130H aircraft to the Botswana Defence Force, coinciding with the African Chiefs of Defense Conference's conclusion. This transfer enhances Botswana's airlift capabilities and reaffirms the strong defense partnership between the US and Botswana, highlighting the US's commitment to regional security and stability in Africa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mary Linniman)
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley engages in discussions with U.S. Aid Somalia Director Sheri Nouane-Duncan-Jones and Somali government officials during a meeting in Mogadishu. The focus is on strengthening collaboration, humanitarian efforts, and counterterrorism initiatives in the region. Gen. Langley’s visit underscores the partnership between the United States and Somalia in promoting stability and security.
Joint Statement from the U.S. Department of Defense and the Department of National Defense of the Republic of Niger
10:59 AM7/8/2024
The effective cooperation and communication between the U.S. and Nigerien armed forces ensured that this turnover was finished ahead of schedule and without any complications.
"Stronger Together": U.S. and Congolese Bands Unite for Joint Tour in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire
8:37 AM7/2/2024
This initiative marks the 64th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Republic of the Congo, highlighting both nations' commitment to peace, cultural exchange, and mutual understanding.