EASF

Enhancing Peace and Security in the Eastern Africa Region

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Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga, Director of EASF, congratulates Kenya on Madaraka Day and wishes the nation continued peace, prosperity, and progress.

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EASF Director, Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga today received an African Union delegation at the EASF Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi, for a 3-day assessment of the ASF Training Directives 2024–2026.
The mission will review progress, challenges, lessons learned, and future training priorities for 2027–2029.
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Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, during the ceremony welcoming him as the new Director of EASF, pledged to promote teamwork, innovation, and professionalism in advancing the organization’s mission. “I come not only as a leader, but as a partner and team member,” he said in Nairobi. #EASF

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EASF officially welcomed Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga as the new Director, succeeding Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema. The handover ceremony was held at the EASF Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi. We thank the outgoing Director for his dedicated service and wish the incoming Director success in his new role.
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Hon. Jacob Oboth Oboth, Chair of the EASF Council of Ministers and Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, officiated the EASF Director handover ceremony in Kampala.
Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema handed over to Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, reflecting EASF’s commitment to regional cooperation and institutional continuity.

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Ethiopia’s Minister of Defence, Hon. Eng. Aisha Mohammed Mussa, and Chief of General Staff, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula Galalcha, received Outgoing EASF Director Brig. (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema and Incoming Director Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga in Addis Ababa.
Discussions focused on regional security, including Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, DRC spillover effects, climate-induced challenges, and EASF sustainability.
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The Chairperson of the Friends of EASF, Colonel Lasse Sand, hosted a delegation from EASF led by the outgoing Director, Brigadier (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema, and the incoming Director, Brigadier General Ronald Rwivanga, during an Iftar meeting in Nairobi.
Discussions focused on future engagements beyond the conclusion of the EASF–Denmark IACS Programme and continued cooperation initiatives.
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Outgoing EASF Director Brig. (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema and Incoming Director Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga led an EASF delegation on a courtesy call to Comoros President Azali Assoumani and Defence Minister Youssoufa Mohamed Ali to discuss regional peace, security, and African-led solutions to emerging global challenges.

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In remarks at the Friends of EASF Meeting in Nairobi, Friends of EASF Chairperson Col. Lasse Sand commended EASF’s progress in strengthening regional cooperation and operational frameworks. He noted challenges linked to shifting global priorities and reduced funding, while highlighting opportunities in enhanced regional capabilities for peace support and humanitarian response.
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Addressing the Friends of EASF Meeting in Nairobi, incoming EASF Director Brig. Ronald Rwivanga expressed appreciation for a smooth leadership transition and thanked partners for their continued support. He pledged to build on EASF’s strong foundation and strengthen cooperation, including engagement with the private sector, to advance regional peace and stability.
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At the Friends of EASF Meeting in Nairobi, outgoing EASF Director Brig. (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema thanked Member States and partners for their support, calling for sustained and innovative resource mobilization and stronger African ownership of peace and security financing. He urged continued unity and partnership in advancing EASF’s mission.
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The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) convened the Friends of EASF Meeting in Nairobi, bringing together Member States, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen cooperation on regional peace and security. Discussions focused on operations, strategy, and future priorities.
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Happy Mother’s Day from the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF)!

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EASF held the HANDS Capacity Enhancement Workshop in Moroni, Comoros (13–17 Apr 2026), strengthening regional disaster response. Leaders stressed moving from planning to action, improving capability pledges, and boosting coordination across Eastern Africa.

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EASF assessed the Burundi Peacekeeping Training Centre in Bujumbura (23–24 Apr 2026) to review training, infrastructure & standards. Led by Brig. (Rtd) Paul Njema, the mission will guide improvements toward accreditation as an EASF Centre of Excellence.

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The Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) marked the 115th International Women’s Day at its structures in Kenya and Addis Ababa.
Under the theme “Give to Gain,” EASF celebrated the gains made by women not only in peace and security but also in other sectors where women play critical roles.
Keynote speaker Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Fatuma Ahmed called for continued efforts to empower women and girls, noting that when women are empowered, society benefits.
EASF Director Brig. (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema reiterated the organization’s commitment to promoting equality, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for women.
The celebration also included a tree-planting ceremony in Nairobi in solidarity with the women of the Republic of Sudan.
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Brig. (Rtd) Paul Kahuria Njema, Director of EASF, joined Ethiopian officials and a large public gathering at the Adwa Victory Memorial, Ethiopia, to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Adwa. The event featured speeches, cultural performances, a documentary screening, and a military parade. #EASF #Adwa130

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EASF Director joins African defense leaders in Addis Ababa for the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Adwa. At the Ministers of Defense Conference, Ethiopia’s Minister of Defense, calls for unity and sovereignty, while the EASF Director hails Adwa as “a continental awakening” and urges Africa to strengthen autonomy, resilience and security cooperation.
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Eastern Africa Standby Force Director joins Ethiopia’s 130th Adwa anniversary celebrations. Delegations toured museums and the AI Institute, honoring history and showcasing innovation. #Adwa130 #Ethiopia #EASF