The delegation visited the Ministry of Defence and Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Headquarters Tuesday, July 28, where they received a briefing from the Director General of International Military Cooperation and Defence Spokesperson, Brig Gen Patrick Karuretwa, on the evolution of the RDF from a liberation force into a modern and professional military institution.

The briefing focused on the RDF’s role in national development, regional peace and international security.

Brig Gen Karuretwa also highlighted the force’s contribution to peace support operations across Africa and its efforts to promote stability across the region.

The head of delegation and Director of Studies for the Zimbabwe Staff College Joint Command and Staff Course, Col. Cosmore Kaondera, thanked the Government of Rwanda for the warm reception extended to the visiting officers.

He also commended Rwanda’s commitment to national development and praised the RDF for supporting development initiatives at home and contributing to international peace support operations, saying the force’s efforts continue to have a positive impact on communities.

Before visiting the RDF Headquarters, the delegation toured the Kigali Genocide Memorial and the Campaign Against Genocide Museum, where members reflected on the history of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and Rwanda’s recovery through unity, reconciliation, nation-building and lasting peace.

The visits gave the officers an opportunity to understand the importance of preserving historical memory while drawing lessons on genocide prevention and strengthening national cohesion.

The delegation is expected to continue its study tour by visiting several government institutions to deepen its understanding of Rwanda’s governance model and socio-economic development.