Africa Command

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Gen. Dagvin Anderson Marks First Visit to Libya; Stresses Unity and Peace Among Leaders

Gen. Dagvin Anderson Marks First Visit to Libya; Stresses Unity and Peace Among Leaders Gen. Dagvin Anderson Marks First Visit to Libya; Stresses Unity and Peace Among Leaders
10:28 AM12/3/2025
In his first visit to Libya, Gen. Dagvin Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, engaged with leaders from both the west and east during a two-day trip to Tripoli and Benghazi. This visit underscored the United States’ commitment to supporting ongoing Libyan efforts to overcome divisions and achieve national unity and lasting peace.
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U.S. Africa Command completes first visit to Tunisia

U.S. Africa Command completes first visit to Tunisia U.S. Africa Command completes first visit to Tunisia
9:38 AM11/24/2025
U.S. Air Force (USAF) Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), and AFRICOM senior leaders visited Tunis, Tunisia, Nov.12 thru 14, 2025. In continuing a relationship of more than 200 years, the visit allowed the command an opportunity to engage Tunisian partners for discussions and demonstrations on how U.S.-Tunisia defense engagements have advanced Tunisia’s military operational and capacity and contributions to regional security.
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U.S. Africa Command Change of Responsibility Marks Continued Strength in Enlisted Leadership

U.S. Africa Command Change of Responsibility Marks Continued Strength in Enlisted Leadership U.S. Africa Command Change of Responsibility Marks Continued Strength in Enlisted Leadership
4:07 PM11/20/2025
U.S. Africa Command hosted a Change of Responsibility ceremony formally transitioning senior enlisted leadership from U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Major Michael P. Woods to U.S. Army Sergeant Major Garric M. Banfield at Kelley Barracks, Stuttgart, Germany, Nov. 20.
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AFRICOM Support Leads to Cocaine Seizure

AFRICOM Support Leads to Cocaine Seizure AFRICOM Support Leads to Cocaine Seizure
11:07 AM10/2/2025
U.S. Africa Command support to the French Navy led to the seizure of almost 10 tons of cocaine on Sept. 22. 2025.
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U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia

U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia
7:20 PM9/24/2025
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting ISIS-Somalia on Sept. 21, 2025.
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U.S. Forces Conclude Operation Targeting ISIS-Somalia

U.S. Forces Conclude Operation Targeting ISIS-Somalia U.S. Forces Conclude Operation Targeting ISIS-Somalia
9:20 AM8/25/2025
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, concluded a two-week operation Aug. 23, 2025, that included multiple airstrikes targeting ISIS-Somalia in the Puntland region of Somalia.
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AFRICOM Deputies Engage with Angolan Leaders to Strengthen Security Cooperation

AFRICOM Deputies Engage with Angolan Leaders to Strengthen Security Cooperation AFRICOM Deputies Engage with Angolan Leaders to Strengthen Security Cooperation
9:26 AM7/29/2025
Discussions addressed countering transnational threats to the U.S. Homeland and Angola, empowering partner-led security initiatives, and security cooperation’s role in promoting stability and economic growth.
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EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum

EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum
12:00 AM7/9/2025
Briefing sessions were focused on EUCOM and AFRICOM’s critical capability needs, outlining technology requirements to close operational gaps.
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AFRICOM and Norwegian Military Leaders Strengthen Maritime Security Cooperation in Africa

AFRICOM and Norwegian Military Leaders Strengthen Maritime Security Cooperation in Africa AFRICOM and Norwegian Military Leaders Strengthen Maritime Security Cooperation in Africa
10:10 AM3/25/2025
A delegation from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) concluded a series of meetings with Norwegian military and civilian officials in Oslo, March 18-20, addressing maritime challenges that threaten international security interests and stability in Africa.
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AFRICOM, U.S. Embassy Libya Discuss Security Cooperation with Libyan Leaders

AFRICOM, U.S. Embassy Libya Discuss Security Cooperation with Libyan Leaders AFRICOM, U.S. Embassy Libya Discuss Security Cooperation with Libyan Leaders
8:38 AM2/8/2025
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John W. Brennan, Deputy Commander, U.S. Africa Command, and U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Rose Keravuori, Director of Intelligence, U.S. Africa Command, met with Libyan leaders, Feb. 4-6, to promote increased security cooperation between the United States and Libya.
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AFRICOM Commander Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Algerian Ministry of National Defense

AFRICOM Commander Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Algerian Ministry of National Defense AFRICOM Commander Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Algerian Ministry of National Defense
11:25 AM1/23/2025
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African Partner Nations Participate in Aeromedical Evacuation Familiarization Visit

African Partner Nations Participate in Aeromedical Evacuation Familiarization Visit African Partner Nations Participate in Aeromedical Evacuation Familiarization Visit
2:57 PM9/19/2024
United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) hosted military health personnel from Chad, Ghana, and Senegal for an Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) Familiarization visit at Ramstein Air Base from September 3-6, 2024.
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U.S. Africa Command and Cameroon Armed Forces Host West Africa Logistics Conference in Douala

U.S. Africa Command and Cameroon Armed Forces Host West Africa Logistics Conference in Douala U.S. Africa Command and Cameroon Armed Forces Host West Africa Logistics Conference in Douala
7:39 AM9/19/2024
Military Logistics professionals from 13 African nations and organizations and the United States attend
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AFRICOM Commander Visits Kenya

AFRICOM Commander Visits Kenya AFRICOM Commander Visits Kenya
10:20 AM9/16/2024
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AFRICOM Commander Visits Somalia to Strengthen Partnership

AFRICOM Commander Visits Somalia to Strengthen Partnership AFRICOM Commander Visits Somalia to Strengthen Partnership
3:12 PM9/12/2024
"U.S. Africa Command is dedicated to working with Somalia in the realm of security and defense so that they can advance political and economic stability, prevent terrorism, and address humanitarian crises.”
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Space Forces in Europe - Space Forces Africa holds change of command ceremony

Space Forces in Europe - Space Forces Africa holds change of command ceremony 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.
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United States turns over C-130H to Botswana Defence Force

United States turns over C-130H to Botswana Defence Force United States turns over C-130H to Botswana Defence Force
12:00 AM6/27/2024
U.S. Ambassador Howard A. Van Vranken, U.S. Ambassador to Botswana, and U.S. Marine Corps, Gen. Michael Langley, Commander, U.S. Africa Command, participated in the official transfer of a former U.S. military C-130 Hercules aircraft to the Botswana Defence Force in a significant step towards enhancing Botswana's defense capabilities.
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African Chiefs of Defense Conference Concludes in Botswana

African Chiefs of Defense Conference Concludes in Botswana African Chiefs of Defense Conference Concludes in Botswana
12:00 AM6/25/2024
Senior military representatives from 34 countries met in Gaborone, Botswana for the African Chiefs of Defense Conference (ACHOD) to discuss security and partnership on the African continent, June 24-26.
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AFRICOM Commander visits Somalia

AFRICOM Commander visits Somalia AFRICOM Commander visits Somalia
12:00 AM6/23/2024
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael E. Langley, Commander, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), and the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Somalia, Ambassador Richard Riley, recently conducted high-level meetings with senior Somali government officials and international partners to discuss ongoing security efforts and future strategic initiatives.
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AFRICOM Leader Focuses on African Maritime Security in the West Indian Ocean

AFRICOM Leader Focuses on African Maritime Security in the West Indian Ocean AFRICOM Leader Focuses on African Maritime Security in the West Indian Ocean
10:39 AM5/22/2024
Ambassador Robert Scott, deputy commander for civil-military engagement at U.S. Africa Command, visited Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles May 11-18 to meet with partner nation government officials and discuss the countries’ regional efforts to address maritime security challenges.
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AFRICOM Commander Visits Morocco

AFRICOM Commander Visits Morocco AFRICOM Commander Visits Morocco
7:29 PM2/22/2024
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander, U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Major Michael Woods, Command Senior Enlisted Leader visited Morocco Feb. 20-21, 2024 on his third trip to the country since taking command.
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USAFRICOM’s Ambassador Scott visits Tanzania to meet leaders, talk maritime security

USAFRICOM’s Ambassador Scott visits Tanzania to meet leaders, talk maritime security USAFRICOM’s Ambassador Scott visits Tanzania to meet leaders, talk maritime security
1:39 PM1/30/2024
Ambassador Robert Scott, representing the U.S. Africa Command as the Deputy for Civil-Military Engagement, conducted a diplomatic visit to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from January 21 to 25. His agenda included bilateral meetings with Tanzanian officials and participation in a maritime security seminar.
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USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader visit Kenya, Somalia and Djibouti

USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader visit Kenya, Somalia and Djibouti USAFRICOM Commander and Senior Enlisted Leader visit Kenya, Somalia and Djibouti
1:43 PM1/25/2024
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, commander of U.S. Africa Command, along with Sgt. Maj. Michael Woods, the command's senior enlisted leader, undertook a strategic visit to Nairobi, Kenya; Mogadishu, Somalia; and Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti from January 22-25. This visit was aimed at reinforcing relationships with regional civilian and military leaders.
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U.S. Africa Command Head Advances U.S.-Nigeria Cooperation

U.S. Africa Command Head Advances U.S.-Nigeria Cooperation U.S. Africa Command Head Advances U.S.-Nigeria Cooperation
9:27 AM1/12/2024
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley and Sgt. Maj. Michael Woods visited Nigeria on January 10-11, 2024. They discussed strengthening U.S.-Nigeria cooperation, countering extremism, and regional security with Nigerian military leaders. Gen. Langley emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing West Africa's security challenges.
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AFRICOM Commander visits Chad

AFRICOM Commander visits Chad AFRICOM Commander visits Chad
3:55 PM1/10/2024
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley and Sergeant Major Michael Woods from U.S. Africa Command visited Chad on January 9-10, 2024, to discuss security collaboration with Chadian military leaders. During the visit, Langley had the opportunity to congratulate the nation's first female military pilots trained on the C-208 light reconnaissance aircraft.
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Military Leaders Convene in Naples for AFRICOM Strategic Alignment Conference

Military Leaders Convene in Naples for AFRICOM Strategic Alignment Conference Military Leaders Convene in Naples for AFRICOM Strategic Alignment Conference
10:12 AM11/21/2023
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) Component Commanders and Senior Enlisted Leaders convened in Naples, Italy for a pivotal conference, hosted by U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF), November 14-15, 2023.
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United States Announces Donation of Helicopters to Zambia Air Force

United States Announces Donation of Helicopters to Zambia Air Force United States Announces Donation of Helicopters to Zambia Air Force
11:11 AM9/14/2023
On September 11, the United States announced an $80 million (1.6 billion Kwacha) grant to Zambia that will supply four Bell 412EP helicopters to the Zambia Air Force with three years of service, parts, and training for the helicopters.
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U.S. Africa Command Hosts the 2023 Strategic Religious Affairs Conference

U.S. Africa Command Hosts the 2023 Strategic Religious Affairs Conference U.S. Africa Command Hosts the 2023 Strategic Religious Affairs Conference
12:00 AM9/1/2023
U.S. Africa Command held its annual strategic religious affairs conference at Kelley Barracks in Stuttgart, Germany, from Aug. 15-17, 2023. Chaplains and their Senior Enlisted Religious Affairs Advisors joined from U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) Service Component Commands, U.S. National Guards State Partnership Program, Department of State, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. European Command.
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The Staff Ride as a Security Cooperation Tool

The Staff Ride as a Security Cooperation Tool The Staff Ride as a Security Cooperation Tool
1:13 PM8/25/2023
The U.S. Army Center for Military History’s The Staff Ride: Fundamentals, Experiences, and Techniques describes a Staff Ride as an educational tool whose, “purpose is achieved through the development of critical thinking, creative problem-solving and decision-making skills.”
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Gen. Langley makes first visit to North Africa as commander

Gen. Langley makes first visit to North Africa as commander Gen. Langley makes first visit to North Africa as commander
3:36 PM10/19/2022
During his first trip to North Africa since taking command of U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley visited Morocco, Tunisia, and the USNS Trenton.
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NAVAF, MARFORAF engineers kick off deployment to Ghana

NAVAF, MARFORAF engineers kick off deployment to Ghana NAVAF, MARFORAF engineers kick off deployment to Ghana
12:00 AM9/30/2022
With support from Royal Danish Defense forces, the joint and combined team will also make critical construction builds or repairs to a mobile camp facility at the Ghana Navy Training command (NAVTRAC) in preparation for the NAVAF-led exercise Obangame Express 2023 and the U.S. Special Operations Command Africa-led exercise Flintlock.
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Leadership by example: AFRICOM hosts senior enlisted conference

Leadership by example: AFRICOM hosts senior enlisted conference Leadership by example: AFRICOM hosts senior enlisted conference
1:29 PM8/29/2022
Participants used the forum to discuss security cooperation, and the importance of leadership and professional military education.
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Combined joint task force in Africa welcomes first female commanding general

Combined joint task force in Africa welcomes first female commanding general Combined joint task force in Africa welcomes first female commanding general
12:00 AM5/14/2022
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Jami Shawley assumed command of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa from U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Zana during a change of command ceremony May 14, 2022. Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) presided.
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