CJTF-HOA works with U.S. Embassy Tanzania in exercise to maintain regional readiness
2/10/2025
U.S. Military service members from Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), will conduct a long standing pre-planned exercise with the
U.S. Embassy in Tanzania in support of security cooperation efforts for the region and enhancing the Tanzania crisis response capabilities. The exercise is conducted by the East Africa Response Force in collaboration with the Tanzania’s People Defense Forces.
A multinational sports event takes place at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks to maintain a positive relationship and build cohesiveness with Allies and partners in the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Players assigned to the Japanese soccer team prepare for a game during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa works with allies and partners throughout the continent, building mutually beneficial relationships, which help to advance mutual interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
A goalie assigned to the Japanese soccer team drop kicks a ball during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hosted a multinational soccer tournament that increased morale and bolstered relationships with partners and Allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
A player assigned to the Italian soccer team, left, runs past a player assigned to the French soccer team, right, during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. The multinational sports event hosted members from Djibouti, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Players assigned to the French soccer team kick-off the game during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. The multinational sports event hosted members from Djibouti, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
A player assigned to the Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti soccer team hits the ball with his head during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks to maintain a positive relationship and build cohesiveness with Allies and partners in the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Players from the Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti and Task Force Associator soccer teams shake hands after a game during a multinational sports event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa works with allies and partners throughout the continent, building relationships to maintain and protect capable and enduring locations across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
A multinational sports event takes place at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks to maintain a positive relationship and build cohesiveness with Allies and partners in the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, commander of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), joins the leadership of the outgoing 204th Maneuverability Enhancement Brigade and the incoming 158th MEB after a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. The ceremony is a military tradition representing a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a mission from one unit to the next. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
A transfer of authority took place between the outgoing 204th Maneuverability Enhancement Brigade (MEB) and the 158th MEB at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. During a transfer of authority ceremony, the outgoing MEB uncases their guidon to signify redeployment to home station while the incoming MEB cases their guidon to signal the assumption of command. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. James Webster)
Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, commander of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), speaks on the accomplishments of the 204th MEB during a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. The ceremony is a military tradition representing a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a mission from one unit to the next. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
A transfer of authority took place between the outgoing 204th Maneuverability Enhancement Brigade (MEB) and the 158th MEB at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. During a transfer of authority ceremony, the outgoing MEB uncases their guidon to signify redeployment to home station while the incoming MEB cases their guidon to signal the assumption of command. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
Col. Pete Garver, commander of the Arizona National Guard 158th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB), gives words of encouragement to his soldiers as they assume command of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa during a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. The 158th MEB hails from Phoenix, Az and will serve as the tenant MEB of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa for the next 9 months. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
Col. Woodrow Miner, commander of the Utah National Guard 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB), thanks soldiers and leaders for their hard work and support during a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Lemonnier on Dec. 13, 2024. The 204th has served as the tenant MEB for the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa since April 2024. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
204th MEB Transfers Authority of CJTF-HOA Mission to 158th MEB
2/4/2025
Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti – The 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB), Utah Army National Guard, transferred authority of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) headquarters staff mission to the 158th MEB, Arizona Army National Guard, on Dec. 13, 2024, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.
U.S. Army Soldiers with the East Africa Response Force, Task Force Associator, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, conduct a training exercise encompassing, tactical, medical and emergency air evacuation during Bull Shark 25-1 exercise at Arta, Djibouti, on Nov. 26, 2024. The semiannual exercise brought together U.S., Djiboutian, Spanish, Japanese, and French forces to enhance communication and interoperability among international partners. It simulated complex personnel recovery scenarios across land, sea, and air domains, testing coordination and operational readiness while strengthening regional security and stability. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Michael Knight)
Members of the Djiboutian Navy perform a search and rescue during the Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa’s Bull Shark 25-1 exercise at Arta, Djibouti, on Nov. 26, 2024. The semiannual exercise brought together U.S., Djiboutian, Spanish, Japanese, and French forces to enhance communication and interoperability among international partners. It simulated complex personnel recovery scenarios across land, sea, and air domains, testing coordination and operational readiness while strengthening regional security and stability. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. George Keck)
