PHOTOS: Gen Muganga urges new RDF recruits to serve with discipline
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Some of the new recruits showcasing some skills acquired during a six-month training during the pass-out event at the basic military training centre in Nasho, Kirehe District on Sunday, September 22. Courtesy

Rwanda Defence Force Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga, called on new recruits to uphold discipline and serve the country with dedication after completing six months of training at the Basic Military Training Centre in Nasho, Kirehe District.

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Rwanda Defence Force Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga addresses new recruits during the pass-out event on Sunday, September 22. Courtesy
During the pass-out ceremony held on Sunday, September 22, at the training centre, Gen Muganga thanked the recruits for their resilience throughout the intense training, emphasising that their skills came with a responsibility to safeguard Rwanda’s sovereignty and protect its citizens.

"Your training has equipped you with the tools necessary to defend our country. Now, as members of the RDF, it is your duty to uphold these values and contribute to the protection and development of Rwanda,” Muganga said.

One of the new recruits presenting what they learnt during the six-month training at Nasho.

He reminded the recruits of the critical role they now play as part of the RDF, a force that upholds discipline as a core value. He urged them to work closely with fellow service members and maintain the high standards expected within the military.

The ceremony, attended by senior military officials, including generals, officers, and other ranks, featured demonstrations of the recruits’ proficiency in arms handling and tactical drills.

In recognition of their performance during training, Private Elissa Bizumuremyi was honored as the overall best performer, while Private Leonce Nshimiyimana earned second place.

Gen Mubarakh Muganga hands over an award to one of the best performers during the pass-out event at the basic military training centre in Nasho in Kirehe District.
Some of the new recruits showcasing some skills acquired during a six-month training during the pass-out event at the basic military training centre in Nasho, Kirehe District on Sunday, September 22. Courtesy

Two soldiers during the presentation of different military skills acquired during the training.
Guards of the newly graduated RDF soldiers during a military parade at the pass-out event on Sunday in Kirehe District.
The pass-out ceremony took place at the basic military training centre in Nasho in Kirehe District on Sunday, September 22.