Members of the Cooperative Security Location Kismayo dining facility team prepare food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food service operations, which encompass sourcing, preparing, and distributing meals, are a core part of sustainment services, ensuring service members are provided with the nutritional needs necessary to progress Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Spc. Julio Gonzalez, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa radar technician, gets food at the dining facility at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team ensure mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)
Michael Kariuki, left, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo cook, prepares food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team facilitate mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)
Serving more than food: DFAC boosts morale at Kismayo
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The dining facility at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, go above and beyond to serve quality meals to service members and base personnel daily, enabling the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa mission in the region.
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. These operations enable timely support to mission-critical CJTF-HOA personnel and logistics across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marines, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced), unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM - 161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Seelye, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, observes an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, monitors an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN) plays a vital role in sustaining operational reach throughout East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sion Harrington, KC-130J Super Hercules pilot, oversees the unloading of cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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A U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey conducts an aerial refueling mission with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) above East Africa, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa stands ready to respond to crises across the continent, protecting and securing U.S. citizens and interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, guides the offloading of a four-wheeler at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
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U.S. Air Force CV-22 Ospreys conduct a routine aerial refueling mission with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) in East Africa, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa stands ready to respond to crises across the continent, protecting and securing U.S. citizens and interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
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U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau, tours facilities of Task Force Associator at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. The tour showcased the operational abilities of TFAS, reviewing various weapon systems and gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Ted Braxton, Command Senior Enlisted Leader left, greets U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, upon his arrival to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. His arrival marked a reaffirmation of the National Guard’s enduring support for East African stability and multinational cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
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U.S. Army members assigned to Task Force Associator meet with U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau, during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. In addition to operational briefings and tours across the installation, Nordhaus prioritized face-to-face conversations with service members, offering words of encouragement and listening to their experiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
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U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, addresses service members after receiving a coin at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. Nordhaus expressed gratitude for the troops’ dedication and emphasized the importance of their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
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U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau is greeted by Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa leadership upon his arrival to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. The presence of National Guard units at CJTF-HOA reflects a broader strategy of total force integration, which is an approach that leverages the strengths of active duty, Guard and Reserve components for the missions they are called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
National Guard Bureau Chief visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships
1:33 PM6/6/2025
CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti — U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau, visited Camp Lemonnier and met with leadership and service members of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa May 30-31, reinforcing the National Guard’s commitment to regional security and strengthening multinational partnerships across East Africa.