NATO and African Union: A Strategic Partnership (nato.int)

• NATO provided strategic airlift and sealift for AU missions in Somalia (AMISOM/ATMIS) since 2007.
• Training includes courses at NATO schools, mobile teams in Africa, and expert support at AU HQ.
• NATO supports the African Stand-by Force with doctrinal advice, exercises, and logistics base development.

"Since 2005, NATO has supported the African Union (AU) with logistics, airlift, and training, evolving from ad-hoc assistance to a structured partnership. Cooperation includes operational support, training at NATO schools, mobile training teams in Africa, and experts deployed to AU headquarters. NATO also aids the African Stand-by Force (ASF) through certification, exercises, and logistics. A liaison office in Addis Ababa coordinates activities."