The US has hinted at restructuring its top military command for Africa, which might affect the operations of its key bases in Kenya, including Camp Simba in Manda Bay, Lamu County.
The planned restructuring of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM) may also affect its operations in counterterrorism, intelligence sharing, and regional stability operations.
AFRICOM commander General Michael Langley, addressing reporters in Nairobi on Tuesday on the sidelines of the ongoing conference of African defence chiefs in Kenya, said the US is assessing the future of its military command for Africa. AFRICOM coordinates US military operations, training, and security partnerships across Africa, including joint efforts with countries such as Kenya to fight terrorism and strengthen defence.
US troops at Manda Bay Airfield in 2019.
