On Monday, September 21, 2026, the Director-General of the National Police of Djibouti, Colonel Abd al-Rahman Ali Kahin, welcomed a delegation from the East Africa Reserve Force at the Idris Farah Abane National Police Academy in the Nujad area. The meeting focused on strengthening police capabilities, enhancing operational readiness, and exchanging experiences in areas related to the Reserve Force's operations and its participation in regional peace and security mechanisms.
The East Africa Reserve Force delegation toured the police academy's facilities, gaining insight into its capabilities and training programs for police officers. These programs aim to develop skills and enhance professional competencies. As part of the visit, a training course was launched to boost the readiness of Djibouti's National Police officers and develop their knowledge of procedures and mechanisms for engaging police capacities within the East Africa Reserve Force framework.
The training course provides strategic, technical, and operational guidance on preparing and mobilizing police forces, placing them at the disposal of the Reserve Force according to established mechanisms. It also covers requirements for police participation in regional peace and security mechanisms and coordination among concerned parties in the East Africa region. This initiative facilitates the exchange of expertise and knowledge between East Africa Reserve Force experts and Djibouti National Police officials.
The course aims to develop institutional and operational capacities, enhancing readiness to participate in regional peace and security mechanisms. Djibouti's participation in this course is part of its efforts to improve the efficiency and capabilities of its security forces and solidify its contribution to African crisis prevention and management mechanisms, thereby strengthening regional security cooperation.
Colonel Abd al-Rahman Ali Kahin emphasized the importance of cooperation and collaboration between Djibouti and the East Africa Reserve Force in addressing security challenges. The meeting and training course reflect Djibouti's commitment to regional security and its role in promoting peace and stability in the East Africa region.
The East Africa Reserve Force is a regional security initiative aimed at promoting peace and stability in the region. The force comprises contingents from various East African countries, including Djibouti, and is designed to respond to security challenges and support peacekeeping operations. The Reserve Force's activities are aligned with the African Union's peace and security objectives.
The visit and training course demonstrate Djibouti's commitment to enhancing its security capabilities and contributing to regional peace and security efforts. By strengthening its police forces and engaging with regional security initiatives, Djibouti aims to promote stability and security in the East Africa region.
Key points
- Djibouti's police chief hosts East Africa Reserve Force delegation to enhance security cooperation and exchange expertise.
