EASF Inducts Second Cohort of the Panel of Elders in Naivasha, Kenya
From 11–13 November 2025, the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) held an important induction workshop in Naivasha, Kenya, to officially welcome the 2nd Cohort of the EASF Panel of Elders. The workshop was opened by the Director of the EASF Secretariat, who thanked the Guest of Honor, EASF Policy Organs, and key partners, the African Union Commission (Peace Fund) and the Royal Kingdom of Denmark, for their continued support to regional peacebuilding.
EU Delegation Visits EASF Headquarters and Logistics Base
Addis Ababa, 30 October 2025 - On Thursday, a delegation from the European Union to the African Union visited the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Force Headquarters (FHQ) and Logistics Base. The visit was hosted by the EASF Force Commander and the Chief of Staff of the Logistics Base. The delegation received a detailed presentation on EASF’s mission, operations, and ongoing initiatives, before touring the facilities and premises of both the FHQ and Logistics Base.
EASF Bids Farewell to Outgoing Staff and Welcomes New Members
Nairobi, Kenya – Thursday, 30 October 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) held a formal handover and farewell ceremony at its Secretariat in Nairobi to honor outgoing staff members and welcome new officers, in line with the EASF Rotation Matrix 2025–2029. The event was presided over by Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema, the Director of EASF.
EASF Presents Anniversary Book to Key AU Officials at High-Level Forum in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria — November 9, 2025—The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) marked a significant milestone in its advocacy and partnership efforts with the formal presentation of the EASF Anniversary Book to senior officials of the African Union Commission (AUC).
The presentation took place during the Second High-Level Biennial Lessons Learned Forum on Peace Support Operations and the African Standby Forces, held from 8–9 November 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria.
Regional OSINT and Conflict Analysis Training Opens in Kampala
Kampala, Uganda – October 27, 2025 – A five-day Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Conflict Analysis Training has opened in Kampala, bringing together security and early warning experts from across Eastern Africa to strengthen regional capacity in conflict prevention and analysis.
EASF Wraps Up Regional Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop in Kigali
Kigali, Rwanda – 12 September 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) successfully concluded a five-day regional cybersecurity and cyber terrorism awareness workshop hosted at the Paramount Hotel in Kigali. Held under the theme “Think Smart, Stay Safe: Youth Against Cyber Threats,” the workshop brought together more than 50 participants from EASF member states to build awareness and resilience against emerging digital threats.
Eastern Africa Standby Force Hosts Induction Training and Workforce Planning Exercise in Nairobi
The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), is conducting a week-long Induction Training and Workforce Planning Exercise from 8–12 September 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya.
AU Commission Team Appraises EASF Communication Capabilities for Upcoming C3IS Deployment
Nairobi, Monday, September 8, 2025 - The Commission of the African Union, Peace Support Operations Division (PSOD), led by Col. Sofiane, visited the Secretariat of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) with the aim of appraising its communication capabilities.
EASF Launches Battle Group Commanders’ PSO Training of Trainers Course in Rwanda
Musanze, Rwanda – 8 September 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has officially launched the Battle Group Commanders’ Training of Trainers (ToT) Course in Peace Support Operations (PSO) at the Rwanda Peace Academy in Musanze, Rwanda.
EASF Launches Cybersecurity and Cyber Terrorism Workshop in Kigali
Kigali – September 8, 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) has launched a five-day regional workshop on cybersecurity and cyber terrorism awareness at the Paramount Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda. The event, themed “Think Smart, Stay Safe: Youth Against Cyber Threats,” aims to raise awareness, build regional capacity, and engage youth in combating emerging digital threats.
Eastern Africa Standby Force to Launch Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop in Kigali
Kigali – September 7, 2025 – The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) is set to launch a five-day workshop on cybersecurity and cyber terrorism awareness beginning tomorrow, September 8, in Kigali, Rwanda.
The event aims to raise awareness and build regional capacity to combat emerging digital threats, with a particular focus on engaging young people. Held under the theme "Think Smart, Stay Safe: Youth Against Cyber Threats," the workshop will bring together cybersecurity experts, policy makers, law enforcement agencies and youth representatives from across the region.
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