News - AFRICOM Leadership Visits Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

US Africa Command Leadership Engages with Service Members in East Africa

Djibouti, Djibouti

U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) leadership visited Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on January 19, 2023, to engage with service members and assess the mission's progress. The delegation, led by AFRICOM Commander Gen. Michael Langley, included Command Senior Enlisted Leader Sgt. Maj. Richard Thresher and other senior leaders.

During their visit, the leaders met with service members from various units, including the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), the 41st Expeditionary Signal Battalion, and the 750th Military Intelligence Battalion. They discussed the mission's objectives, challenges, and opportunities, and received briefings on the latest operations.

Gen. Langley expressed his appreciation for the service members' dedication and hard work, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to regional stability and security. He also highlighted the strong partnership between the U.S. and Djibouti, which has hosted Camp Lemonnier since 2002.

The visit provided an opportunity for AFRICOM leadership to gain firsthand insights into the mission in East Africa and to recognize the efforts of the service members who support it. Camp Lemonnier is a critical hub for U.S. military operations in the region, providing logistical and operational support to missions throughout the African continent.

The delegation's visit underscores AFRICOM's commitment to maintaining a strong presence in East Africa and to partnering with regional nations to address common security challenges. The visit also serves as a reminder of the dedication and professionalism of the service members who serve in this vital region.