A Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) contingent joined seven countries in a multinational exercise codenamed Justified Accord 24 (JA24) at Kenya's Counter Insurgency, Terrorism, and Stability Operations Center (CITSO) in Nanyuki, Laikipia County.

The exercise which began on February 25 and will end on March 7 is an annual multinational exercise undertaken by the US Army Southern European Task Force Africa (SETAF-AF) and partner states to enhance readiness and interoperability.

The military exercise hosted by the Kenya Defence Forces, brings together participants from various nations to enhance readiness, foster cooperation, and prepare regional partners for regional and international missions.

The two-week exercise unites service members from Djibouti, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Somalia, the UK, and the US, according to Kenya’s Ministry of Defence.

"Kenya and the United States of America and other regional countries have continued to cooperate in many areas for mutual benefits in terms of training and operations. The troops are expected to gain a lot of skills during the exercise in the fight against violent extremism and terrorism in the region,” reads a statement by Kenya’s Ministry of Defence.

During "this intensive training,” it is noted, troops will be immersed in practical war tactics and maneuverability skills.

"They will undergo training in various critical areas like room clearance procedures, counter-IED measures and medical evacuation procedures. This collaborative effort aims to enhance readiness, foster cooperation, and equip participants with essential skills for their roles in maintaining peace and security.”