A group of senior military officials from Ghana, accompanied by Deputy Commander of the Ghana Armed Forces, Brig Gen Eric Kodo Konadu, arrived in Rwanda on September 21, 2026, for a research visit. The delegation was received by Rwanda's Chief of Defence Staff, Gen MK Mubarakh, at the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF) headquarters in Kimihurura. The visit aims to enhance military cooperation and knowledge sharing between the two countries.
Gen MK Mubarakh expressed Rwanda's commitment to strengthening military ties with Ghana, citing a long-standing relationship between the two countries. He noted that the visit provides an opportunity for both countries to share experiences and further consolidate their military cooperation. The RDF Chief of Staff also highlighted Rwanda's role in regional and international peace and security efforts.
Brig Gen Kodo Konadu thanked the RDF for the warm welcome, emphasizing the historical and strong bilateral relations between Rwanda and Ghana. He noted that Ghana's military had benefited from Rwanda's experience during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, when Ghanaian troops were part of the United Nations peacekeeping mission. Konadu added that the research visit will enable his delegation to gain a deeper understanding of Rwanda's national security, unity, and development.
During their visit to the RDF headquarters, the Ghanaian delegation was briefed on the evolution of Rwanda's military, from its liberation struggle to its current status as a professional and development-oriented force. The briefing highlighted the RDF's contributions to regional and international peace and security, as well as its role in national development.
The Ghanaian officials also visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where they paid tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide. They later visited the Museum of the Liberation Struggle, which showcases Rwanda's history and the role of the military in the country's liberation.
The delegation's itinerary includes visits to the Rwanda Military Academy in Nyakinama, social facilities for military personnel, including Zigama CSS and the Military Medical Insurance (MMI), as well as other government institutions. The visit is expected to strengthen military cooperation and foster greater understanding between Rwanda and Ghana.
The research visit is a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between Rwanda and Ghana, demonstrating their shared commitment to peace, security, and development in the region. The visit is also expected to pave the way for future collaborations and exchanges between the two countries' military forces.
Key points
- The visit aims to enhance military cooperation and knowledge sharing between Rwanda and Ghana.
- The delegation was briefed on the evolution of Rwanda's military and its contributions to regional and international peace and security.
- The visit includes a range of activities, including visits to military institutions, memorials, and government agencies.
