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U.S. Embassy in Djibouti
Source: U.S. Embassy in Djibouti |

United States Department of Defense Awards $25 Million Construction Contract to Djiboutian Businesses

This contract, part of the broader “Africa First” initiative, underscores the commitment of the United States to fostering economic growth and stability in Djibouti

The U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Europe Africa Central (EURAFCENT) has awarded a significant $25 million construction contract to five Djiboutian companies. This contract, part of the broader “Africa First” initiative, underscores the commitment of the United States to fostering economic growth and stability in Djibouti. The contract,…

President of the Republic of Kenya
Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Kenya: General Ogolla Laid to Rest

President Ruto said the country had lost a great military leader who served his country with passion and unwavering commitment

President William Ruto led the country in giving the late Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla a befitting send-off. General Ogolla was laid to rest at his Alego home in Siaya County in a colourful ceremony complete with a 19-gun salute. President Ruto said the country had lost…

President of the Republic of Kenya
Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

President Ruto: General Ogolla Served his Country Diligently

General Ogolla passed on yesterday while on duty, following the crash of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) helicopter in Sindar, Elgeyo-Marakwet County

President William Ruto has condoled with the family of the late Chief of the Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla at their home in Nairobi. General Ogolla passed on yesterday while on duty, following the crash of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) helicopter in Sindar, Elgeyo-Marakwet County. In his message of…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland |

European Union Foreign Affairs Council to discuss Russian aggression against Ukraine, situation in the Middle East, and Sudan

The foreign ministers will discuss the increasingly tense regional situation, the role of the EU, the humanitarian situation in Gaza, access to humanitarian aid and the revival of the political peace process

EU foreign ministers will convene in Luxembourg on 22 April. Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will represent Finland at the meeting. The EU foreign and defence ministers will debate Russian aggression against Ukraine in their joint session. The ministers will focus on the EU’s military support for Ukraine, the…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrean Naval Force Concludes Sports Competition

The annual sports competition aims to develop youth who are physically and mentally robust

The Eritrean Naval Force’s sports competition, which has been ongoing for the past three months, concluded with enthusiasm on 13 April. The competition featured 12 different sports and included participation from eight male teams and five female teams. The closing ceremony was attended by Col. Melake Teklemariam, Chief of Staff…

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) |

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) Troops commended for Securing Southwest State during Ramadan

Hassan Mohamed Abdiqadir, applauded the ATMIS Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) troops for facilitating the peaceful observance of Ramadan in the region

The South West State administration has commended the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) troops for ensuring the safety and security of civilians during the just concluded holy month of Ramadan. At a joint post-Ramadan security assessment meeting in Baidoa, South West State Minister for Internal Security, Hassan Mohamed…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Attends the Armed Forces “Sohour” Banquet

The Armed Forces affirmed their unwavering commitment to fulfilling their tasks and duties to protect the accomplishments and capabilities of the great Egyptian people

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, attended a “Sohour” banquet organized by the Armed Forces on Thursday night. In attendance were Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Minister of Defense and Military Production, General Mohamed Zaki; Chief of Staff of the Armed…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Russia’s Pacific Fleet Frigate Arrives in Massawa

Senior government officials and military Commanders toured the naval frigate and received a briefing on the objectives of its tour and its history

The Russian Pacific Fleet frigate, Marshal Shaposhnikov, arrived today, 28 March, for a five-day port call in Massawa, commemorating the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the Russian Federation and Eritrea. Upon its arrival at the Massawa port, the naval frigate was warmly welcomed by Eritrea’s Navy. The welcoming ceremony…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Defence spending Shs400m monthly to fly troops to Somalia

Byengoma called for money to be made available so that grounded aircraft can be worked on

The Ministry of Defence is spending a total of Shs400 million monthly to fly troops to Somalia and other destinations following the grounding of planes owned by Uganda Air Cargo. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Rosette Byengoma, told the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs that Uganda Air Cargo…

UN News

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Source: UN News |

United Nations (UN) chief condemns attack on peacekeepers in Democratic Republic (DR) of Congo

The UN chief on Saturday condemned an attack which saw eight peacekeepers from the UN Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or DRC, wounded during clashes between the powerful M23 rebel movement and Government troops

The incident occurred in the vicinity of Sake, just 20 kilometers from Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu.  The wounded peacekeepers, who were part of Operation Springbok initiated last November to safeguard civilians in the region, sustained their injuries amidst the ongoing fighting, where UN troops have been assisting…