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 Directors Inspect Ongoing Works at Force Headquarters in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, 26 January 2026 - The Director of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), Brigadier General (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema, on Monday visited the EASF Force Headquarters (FHQ) compound in Addis Ababa to inspect ongoing construction and renovation works.
EASF Concludes Short-Term Election Observation Mission in Uganda
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Short-Term Election Observer Mission (SEOM) has concluded its work in the Republic of Uganda following the General Elections held on 15 January 2026. The Mission presented its Preliminary Statement on Saturday, 17 January 2026, in Kampala, outlining its observations and key findings.
EASF Flags Off Election Observer Mission to Uganda Ahead of 2026 polls
Nairobi, January 9, 2026 - The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) on Friday officially flagged off its Election Observer Mission (EOM) to the Republic of Uganda ahead of the country’s 2026 general elections, reaffirming its commitment to democratic governance and electoral transparency in the region.
Somalia Hands Over EASF Chairmanship to Uganda
Mogadishu, Somalia – December –18, 2025 The Federal Republic of Somalia on Thursday officially handed over the chairmanship of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) to Uganda during the 35th Ordinary Policy Organs Meeting held in Mogadishu. The handover ceremony was attended by Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre.
EASF Council of Ministers of Defense and Security Opens 35th Ordinary Session in Mogadishu
Mogadishu, Somalia - 18 December 2025 - The 35th Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers of Defense and Security of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) officially opened today in Mogadishu, hosted by the Federal Republic of Somalia.
Chiefs of Defense Forces Meet in Mogadishu for 35th EASF Policy Organs Session
Mogadishu, Somalia - 16 December 2025- The 35th Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Policy Organs Meetings continued in Mogadishu on Tuesday with the opening of the high-level Chiefs of Defense Forces (CDF) session, bringing together senior military leaders from across the Eastern Africa region.
EASF Opens 35th Ordinary Policy Organs Meeting in Mogadishu
Mogadishu, Somalia – 13 December 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) on Saturday opened its 35th Ordinary Policy Organs Meeting in Mogadishu, marking a major milestone in regional security cooperation under the theme “EASF: Two Decades of Commitment to Promoting Regional Peace and Security.” The meeting will run through 18 December 2025, beginning with sessions of the Experts Working Group (EWG) from 13–15 December.
Ongoing FPU Commanders Course at the Djibouti National Gendarmerie School
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has launched its ongoing Formed Police Unit (FPU) Commanders Course at the Djibouti National Gendarmerie School, running from 24 November to 5 December 2025. The training brings together 22 senior officers from EASF Member States to strengthen leadership, coordination and operational readiness for future peace support missions.
EASF Concludes Regional Workshop on Preventing Child Soldier Recruitment in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, 27 November 2025 - The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Logistics Base in Addis Ababa has concluded a three-day regional workshop focused on strengthening efforts to prevent the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict. The training, organized in partnership with the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security, brought together representatives from EASF Member States and staff for intensive sessions on child protection in security operations.
EASF Director Takes Part in 7th AU–EU Summit in Angola
Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Director Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema participated in the 7th African Union (AU)–European Union (EU) Summit held on 24–25 November 2025 in Luanda, Angola. The Director joined leaders and senior officials from both continents in high-level discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation and advancing shared priorities.
EASF Hosts Regional Workshop on Preventing Recruitment of Child Soldiers in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, 24 November 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Logistics Base in Addis Ababa has launched a three-day regional workshop aimed at strengthening efforts to prevent the recruitment and use of children in armed violence. The training, held in partnership with the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security, brings together representatives from EASF Member States and Staff.
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