U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, watch supervisor, documents a successful 2.5 mile run, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Feb 8, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s run club . The photo depicts the U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera to highlight his appreciation and motivation for helping the community move as Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa’s Humans of HOA feature. Courtesy Photo
U.S. Army Sgt. Steven Rivera, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa watch supervisor, participates in a 9-mile ruck march in preparation for the Norwegian Foot March at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on Feb 8, 2025. Rivera is the organizer and lead for the CJTF-HOA’s run club. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Seeing the impact running has had on my life, I knew I had to share it with others. So, I started a run club for Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. From seasoned marathoners to those just looking to stretch their legs in a judgment-free zone, everyone is welcome. And hey, if you're looking to shave a few minutes off your mile time, I'm always happy to share some tips.
The video highlights the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator and the Kenyan Defense Forces conducting an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26-28. The OSCRE reinforced service member’s warrior ethos, lethality and readiness and Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa mission of enhancing partner nation capacity, promoting regional stability, dissuading conflict, and protecting U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek and Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:01 AM4/3/2025
U.S. Army Soldiers in the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator secure a position for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
Kenyan Defense Forces perform a litter carry for a mass casualty component during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. Army Sgt. Adam Whetstone, a squad leader assigned to Task Force Associator, patrols for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
Kenyan Defense Forces perform a litter carry for a mass casualty component during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. Army Soldiers in the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator, patrol for a Casualty Clearance drill during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise in Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mitch Munn)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator perform tactical combat casualty care during an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
A U.S. service member with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participates in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
A U.S. service member with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participates in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 28th, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force ASsociator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator and Kenyan Marines provide security in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 27th, 2025. Exercises like these are crucial for enhancing partner nation capacities, promoting regional stability and protecting U.S. and coalition interest in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)
EARF, KDF perform Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya
10:00 AM4/3/2025
U.S. service members with the East Africa Response Force assigned to Task Force Associator participate in an Outstation Crisis Response Exercise at Manda Bay, Kenya, March 26, 2025. The Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leads OSCREs to practice rapid deployment, provide security reinforcement support and facilitate combat casualty care training in order to improve lethality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)