Two hundred and fifty-four soldiers from the Central African Republic's armed forces, FACA, have completed a six-month training program in Rwanda. The training, known as the Basic Special Operations Force Training Course, was conducted by Rwandan Defence Forces instructors at the Nasho Military Training Centre in Kirehe District. The course aimed to equip FACA soldiers with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out specialized military operations.
The closing ceremony was attended by the Chief of Defence Staff of the Rwandan Defence Forces, Gen MK Mubarakh, and his counterpart from the Central African Republic, Gen Zephirin Mamadou. Other senior military officials from both countries also attended the event. The training program was designed to enhance the military capabilities of FACA soldiers, with a focus on building their endurance, discipline, and tactical skills.
The Chief of Defence Staff of the Rwandan Defence Forces commended the trainees for their hard work and dedication throughout the six-month program. He encouraged them to continue upholding the professional standards they had acquired and to use their new skills to serve their country. Gen Mubarakh also emphasized Rwanda's commitment to sharing its expertise with other countries to promote peace and stability in Africa.
Gen Zephirin Mamadou, the Chief of Defence Staff of the Central African Republic's armed forces, expressed his gratitude to the Government of Rwanda and the RDF for providing the training. He noted that the skills and knowledge acquired by his soldiers would enable them to better perform their duties and contribute to maintaining security and stability in their country.
Second Lieutenant Christ Ngboundourou, one of the trainees, said he was committed to applying the skills and knowledge he had acquired in Rwanda to protect his country and its people. During the six-month program, the trainees received training in various areas, including marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat, and tactical movements.
The training program covered a range of topics, including advanced marksmanship, combat techniques, and survival skills. The trainees also learned how to navigate using maps and compasses, conduct operations in challenging terrain, and work with aerial support. The completion of the training program marks a significant milestone in the development of FACA's military capabilities.
The partnership between Rwanda and the Central African Republic in military training reflects the strong bilateral relations between the two countries. The training program demonstrates Rwanda's commitment to supporting its regional partners in building their military capacities and promoting peace and stability in Africa.
Key points
- The training program was designed to enhance the military capabilities of FACA soldiers.
- The training covered a range of topics, including marksmanship, combat techniques, and survival skills.
- The partnership between Rwanda and the Central African Republic in military training reflects the strong bilateral relations between the two countries.
