SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Two South Dakota Army National Guard units have received a mobilization order for an eight-month deployment to Africa.
More than 190 soldiers with the 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade and nearly 40 Soldiers with the 115th Signal Company will deploy to Djibouti beginning in late August and early September.
The units will support U.S. Africa Command with regional security and stability goals.
The 196th will deploy in late August and will command and control units assigned to a designated region.
The 115th will deploy in early September and provide operational support and management of communication and information systems.
