Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Navy Capabilities to be Enhanced to Improve Service Delivery, President Ruto

President Ruto, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, called on members of the disciplined forces to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and excellence

The government will enhance support for the Kenya Navy to boost its ability to safeguard the country’s maritime borders. President William Ruto said this will include investing in advanced technologies and modernising the navy’s fleet. He said the government will also bolster the skills and operational capacity of navy personnel.…

Source: Amnesty International |

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): Senior army officials must be investigated for possible crimes against humanity over Goma massacre

Amnesty’s Evidence Lab also verified dozens of videos and photos of the massacre, plus satellite imagery, to corroborate findings

The former governor of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) North Kivu province and two other senior army officers must be investigated for possible crimes against humanity committed while suppressing a demonstration in Goma city, in which at least 56 people were unlawfully killed and over 80 wounded on 30…

Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

South Sudan: Better civil-military relations key for children in Tonj East to prosper

Better and more trusting relations between armed forces and civilians are hoped to lead the way forward towards a future where girls and boys can play, be children, and have their guns replaced by schoolbooks

“As a soldier and a mother, I’ve witnessed how conflict robs children of their childhood. This training has taught me that we can protect them from harm, even in war. It's our duty to nurture their hope instead of allowing fear to take over,” said Private Mary Adut, who serves…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Meets Armed Forces Commanders

President El-Sisi praised the Armed Forces’ efforts to protect the Egyptian borders from any potential threats

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, met with a number of commanders of the Armed Forces, at the headquarters of the Strategic Command in the New Administrative Capital. The meeting was attended by Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister…

Source: Delegation of the European Union to Egypt |

European Peace Facility: Council adopts an assistance measure in support of the Egyptian Armed Forces

The assistance measure will contribute to strengthening the capacities of the EAF to enhance the national security and stability of Egypt, as well as to enhance the protection of civilians

The Council today adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility (EPF) worth €20 million to the benefit of the Egyptian Armed Forces (EAF). The assistance measure will contribute to strengthening the capacities of the EAF to enhance the national security and stability of Egypt, as well as to enhance the protection of civilians. The assistance measure aims…

Source: State House Uganda |

Uganda: Special Forces Command (SFC) Deputy Commander Tips Army Officers on Military Planning and Adaptability

The SFC Deputy Commander also congratulated the officers for successfully finishing their course on VVIP protection

“Adaptability is, how do you react in case one bullet from the enemy goes, how do you adapt to the situation? It’s very important for our VVIP operatives to adjust and adapt to such situations,” he said. Brig. Gen. Nyakikuru made the remarks on 18th October 2024 at the Very…

Source: European Union External Action |

Mozambique: Statement by the High Representative on the latest political killings

The EU calls for utmost restraint by all, and for respect of fundamental freedoms and political rights

The European Union condemns in the strongest terms the killing of Elvino Dias, legal advisor to Presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane, and opposition politician Paulo Guambe, and expresses condolences to their families and friends. In a democracy, there is no place for politically motivated killings. The European Union calls for an…

Source: U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria |

The United States (U.S.) Supports Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) Efforts to Ensure the Safety and Dignity of Nigerian Citizens Through Special Intervention Squad (SIS) Training

The U.S. Embassy-sponsored training supported expert instruction on law enforcement operations focusing on combating kidnapping gangs, armed robberies, and terrorism, as well as community policing skills and human rights

The U.S. government through the Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) sponsored the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) Rank and File eight-week training course, which serves to build capacity of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and further SIS goals of ensuring the safety and dignity…

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

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Hands Over Kuday Military Base to Somali National Army

As part of the handover, UNSOS gifted the SSF with UN-owned equipment, including generators, solar panels, refrigerators and boreholes

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) officially handed over the Kuday Forward Operating Base (FOB) to Somali Security Forces (SSF) in Jubaland State on Wednesday. Kuday FOB, located in Lower Juba, has been manned by ATMIS Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) since 2015. It has played a critical role…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Training of Staff of Financial Reporting and Grants on Contingent Owned Equipment Reimbursement for the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Peace Support Operations

The aim of the Course was to enhance the knowledge of the peacekeeping accountants of the Directorate of Financial Reporting and Grants in logistic functions

The Directorate of Financial Report and Grants began a five (5) days training on 7th -11th October 2024 on Contingent Owned Equipment for Peace Keeping Accountants.  The Course was coordinated by Nigeria Army College of Logistics and Management in Lagos, Nigeria. Economic Community of West African States in collaboration with the Nigerian…