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Ramstein Service Members Deliver Support during Central African Republic Conflict

Ramstein Service Members Deliver Support during Central African Republic Conflict

Ramstein Service Members Deliver Support during Central African Republic Conflict

1:28 PM1/7/2014

Members of the 37th Airlift Squadron, assigned to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, worked alongside French military forces on the ground to deliver much-needed supplies and personnel to Central African Republic as part of an international peace-keeping

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MCAST a Key Enabler for Strengthening African Defense Capabilities

MCAST a Key Enabler for Strengthening African Defense Capabilities

MCAST a Key Enabler for Strengthening African Defense Capabilities

12:29 PM12/30/2013

This past summer, working alongside a small contingent of U.S. Navy trainers, Armed Forces for the Defense of Mozambique (FADM) members tested in a number of scenarios meant to improve maritime security in their regional waters.As part of a

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AFRICOM Helps African Partners Prepare for Disaster Response

AFRICOM Helps African Partners Prepare for Disaster Response

AFRICOM Helps African Partners Prepare for Disaster Response

11:06 AM12/19/2013

A program initially launched to help African partners prevent pandemics has expanded to encompass preparedness for a full range of natural or man-made disasters, and should one occur, to reduce the associated pain, suffering and loss.Recognizing

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Security Sector Reform Should Link to Broader Society, Experts Say at Central Africa Workshop

Security Sector Reform Should Link to Broader Society, Experts Say at Central Africa Workshop

Security Sector Reform Should Link to Broader Society, Experts Say at Central Africa Workshop

10:15 AM12/19/2013

Africa Center for Strategic StudiesWASHINGTON, D.C. — Effective security sector reform (SSR) efforts in Africa should align with on-the-ground realities and insecurities of African people and states in order to build a sense of genuine ownership

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Military Intelligence Officers Course Participants Visit Local Orphanage in Burkina Faso

Military Intelligence Officers Course Participants Visit Local Orphanage in Burkina Faso

Military Intelligence Officers Course Participants Visit Local Orphanage in Burkina Faso

12:55 PM12/18/2013

Under the heat of the Burkinabé sun, Marines and their students from five nations were welcomed by the sounds of traditional African drums, excited children, and gifts of bright pink flowers presented in simple glass jars. This moment marked the

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DOD Continues Central African Republic Peacekeeping Support

DOD Continues Central African Republic Peacekeeping Support

DOD Continues Central African Republic Peacekeeping Support

11:04 AM12/17/2013

The Defense Department sent another Air Force C-17 Globemaster III transport jet from Burundi to the Central African Republic today in support of the African Union-led International Support Mission in that beleaguered nation, Army Col. Steve

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U.S. Supports Peacekeeping Efforts in Central African Republic

U.S. Supports Peacekeeping Efforts in Central African Republic

U.S. Supports Peacekeeping Efforts in Central African Republic

1:50 PM12/12/2013

Two U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft and a small command and support team are on the ground in Uganda, preparing to conduct airlift operations in support of ongoing peacekeeping operations in the Central African Republic, Army Col.

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Exercises Create Success Story for African Ophthalmologist

Exercises Create Success Story for African Ophthalmologist

Exercises Create Success Story for African Ophthalmologist

9:15 AM12/9/2013

For the past four years the U.S. Army, in partnership with host nations, performed more than 3,100 manual small-incision cataract surgeries in eight countries to cure blindness through several medical readiness training exercises hosted by U.S.

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Surgeon's Office Imparts Life-saving Techniques in Burkina Faso

Surgeon's Office Imparts Life-saving Techniques in Burkina Faso

Surgeon's Office Imparts Life-saving Techniques in Burkina Faso

1:34 PM12/6/2013

Helping Africans solve African problems is one of U.S. Army Africa’s primary priorities. In support of this, USARAF Surgeon’s Directorate just completed the second of eight Tactical Combat Casualty Care training events in Burkina Faso with the

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Maritime Operations Center Workshop Commences with ECCAS Coastal Nations in Cameroon

Maritime Operations Center Workshop Commences with ECCAS Coastal Nations in Cameroon

Maritime Operations Center Workshop Commences with ECCAS Coastal Nations in Cameroon

11:40 AM12/6/2013

U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa is facilitating a two-week workshop beginning Dec. 2 with Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) coastal nations in order to strengthen the abilities and develop standard operating procedures for

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Military Continues Work With North African Countries

Military Continues Work With North African Countries

Military Continues Work With North African Countries

2:27 PM11/27/2013

The Defense Department continues to work with nations in North Africa to promote security and increase stability in the region still feeling the effects of the Arab Spring, Amanda J. Dory, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for African

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Cutlass Express 2013 Concludes

Cutlass Express 2013 Concludes

Cutlass Express 2013 Concludes

8:24 AM11/25/2013

Maritime forces from East Africa, the United States and European nations concluded exercise Cutlass Express 2013, Nov. 18.Cutlass Express is one of four African regional "Express" series exercises facilitated by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S.

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Surgeon’s office imparts life-saving techniques in Burkina Faso

Surgeon’s office imparts life-saving techniques in Burkina Faso

Surgeon’s office imparts life-saving techniques in Burkina Faso

3:28 PM11/20/2013

Helping Africans solve African problems is one of U.S. Army Africa’s primary priorities. In support of this, USARAF Surgeon’s Directorate just completed the second of eight Tactical Combat Casualty Care training events in Burkina Faso with the

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In the fight against malaria, East African nations build capability via AFRICOM medical engagement

In the fight against malaria, East African nations build capability via AFRICOM medical engagement

In the fight against malaria, East African nations build capability via AFRICOM medical engagement

11:54 AM11/13/2013

Twelve technicians from the Defence Forces of Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda recently participated in a malaria diagnostic training event sponsored by the U.S. Africa Command’s Office of the Command Surgeon and the

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Exercise Cutlass Express 2013 Commences

Exercise Cutlass Express 2013 Commences

Exercise Cutlass Express 2013 Commences

3:11 PM11/12/2013

PORT VICTORIA, Seychelles - Maritime forces from the United States, 10 East African and two European nations, along with several international organizations, commenced the multinational maritime exercise Cutlass Express 2013, Nov. 11.Exercise

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NAVAF Commander Visits South Africa

NAVAF Commander Visits South Africa

NAVAF Commander Visits South Africa

1:11 PM10/30/2013

Adm. Bruce W. Clingan, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa is set to visit with the South African Navy, 30 Oct.-1 Nov. He is meeting with the Chief of the South African Navy in Pretoria, Vice Adm. Johannes Refiloe Mudimu and with the Flag

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African Partnership Station Marines Engage with Beninese Soldiers

African Partnership Station Marines Engage with Beninese Soldiers

African Partnership Station Marines Engage with Beninese Soldiers

8:04 AM10/29/2013

United States Marines and sailors with Africa Partnership Station 13 continued their tour down the Western coast of Africa October 8, 2013. Dozens of troops met with Benin Armed Forces to work on different tactical procedures in

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Gen. Rodriguez Gives Update on AFRICOM for Next Generation of African Leaders

Gen. Rodriguez Gives Update on AFRICOM for Next Generation of African Leaders

Gen. Rodriguez Gives Update on AFRICOM for Next Generation of African Leaders

10:27 AM10/28/2013

The commander of U.S. Africa Comment General David M. Rodriguez provided an update on AFRICOM and U.S. military priorities in Africa for nearly 60 professionals from 40 African nations attending the Next Generation of African Security Sector

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Africa Command Helps Partners Promote Maritime Security

Africa Command Helps Partners Promote Maritime Security

Africa Command Helps Partners Promote Maritime Security

8:39 AM10/28/2013

Capacity-building efforts being advanced by U.S. Africa Command are helping African nations confront maritime crime, including piracy in the Gulf of Guinea and events currently unfolding off the Nigerian coast, the Africom commander reported.

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General Rodriguez's Interview on Security Cooperation in Sub-Saharan Africa

General Rodriguez's Interview on Security Cooperation in Sub-Saharan Africa

General Rodriguez's Interview on Security Cooperation in Sub-Saharan Africa

12:38 PM10/25/2013

Commander of AFRICOM General David M. Rodriguez and the Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Linda Thomas-Greenfield about U.S. security cooperation and foreign policy in the Sub-Saharan Africa.

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