SADC Hosts EASF Benchmarking Visit to Strengthen Regional Peace and Security Cooperation
Botswana – 23 October 2025 –The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is hosting a three-day benchmarking visit by the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) from 23 to 25 October 2025 at the SADC Secretariat Headquarters. The visit aims to deepen cooperation and share best practices between the two regional peace and security bodies.
Eastern Africa Standby Force Launches Child Protection Course in Mombasa
Mombasa, Kenya – 22 October 2025 –The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) on Thursday launched a regional Child Protection Course in Mombasa, aimed at strengthening the capacity of law enforcement and peace support personnel to safeguard children’s rights in conflict and post-conflict settings.
EASF Begins After-Action Review of “Bahari Salama” Maritime Exercise in Djibouti
Djibouti City, 18 October 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has officially launched a three-day After-Action Review (AAR) following the successful completion of the regional maritime command post exercise “Bahari Salama”.
Held at the Escale Hotel in Djibouti City, the review brings together military leaders, planners, observers, and technical experts from across Eastern Africa to reflect on the lessons learned from the 18-day operation.
EASF Concludes Historic Maritime Command Post Exercise “Bahari Salama 1” in Djibouti
16 October 2025 - Djibouti City -The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has successfully concluded its first-ever Maritime Command Post Exercise (MCPX), codenamed “Bahari Salama 1”, at the Doraleh Military Base in Djibouti City. This landmark exercise marks a significant milestone in the organization’s efforts to strengthen regional maritime security and enhance its peace support capabilities across the Eastern Africa region.








