Director's Corner
The Director EASF
Brig Paul Kahuria Njema.
Training Exercises
- CPX 2022, Kenya
- FTX 2017, Sudan
- CPX 2014, Ethiopia
- FTX 2013, Uganda
- CPX 2011, Sudan
- FTX 2009, Djibouti
- CPX 2008, Kenya
Social Media
EASF Conducts Friends of EASF Meeting in Nairobi
NAIROBI, 8 May 2025 - The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) conducted a Friends of EASF (FoE) Meeting on Thursday at its Secretariat in Nairobi, bringing together Defence Attachés and Advisors from various diplomatic missions accredited to Kenya, including representatives from EASF Member States.
EASF Director, Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema, welcomed participants and acknowledged the vital role of partners in supporting EASF’s mission. “It is both an honour and a privilege to address you our valued friends and partners whose unwavering support continues to empower and guide our mission,” he said. Brig. Njema thanked the Kingdom of Denmark for its support in facilitating the event.
EASF Conducts Civilian Recruitment Exercise in Djibouti to Strengthen Peacekeeping Capacity
Djibouti, 25 April 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) successfully conducted its Civilian Recruitment, Rostering, and Verification Exercise in Djibouti from 22 to 25 April 2025. Held at the Best Western Premier Hotel, the exercise aimed to enhance the region’s readiness for peacekeeping missions by strengthening its civilian component.
Strengthening Civilian Roles in Peace Operations: EASF Concludes Key Workshop in Mombasa
MOMBASA, KENYA – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) concluded a successful Civilian National Focal Point Workshop held from 10th to 14th March 2025 in Mombasa, Kenya. The workshop brought together Focal Points from EASF Member States to enhance coordination and readiness for civilian roles in peace operations.
EASF Conducts Roster Recruitment and Verification in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) conducted a Roster Recruitment and Verification exercise in Uganda from March 24-28, 2025, at the Golf Course Hotel and Hotel African in Kampala. The event aimed to enhance the EASF and Africa Standby Capacity (ASC) civilian database, recruiting skilled experts for upcoming peace support operations.
Eastern Africa Standby Force Celebrates International Women’s Day, Promotes Gender Equality and Women’s Role in Peacebuilding
Friday, 7 March 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) marked International Women’s Day at its Structures in Kenya and Addis Ababa, focusing on the promotion of women’s rights and their active involvement in peace processes. This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, underscored the importance of gender equality and the empowerment of women globally.
Celebrating Women's Contributions: Past, Present, and Future
How promising it is to be a woman in the 21st century—a time when women's voices and actions are finally being recognized. We now live in an era where women have a seat at the table. For far too long, women's voices went unheard, and their contributions overlooked. We are gradually transitioning from a time when women were seen as objects—meant to be seen, not heard—to an era where their full potential is acknowledged.
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