Namibian military delegation visits Rwanda
A delegation from the Namibia Command and Staff College is visiting Rwanda to study the country's military evolution and governance. The tour aims to strengthen bilateral defense ties and exchange best practices in military education and peacekeeping.
Why it matters
This visit underscores growing South-South cooperation in defense and security, reflecting efforts to professionalize military institutions in Africa.
A DELEGATION of 30 senior officers and faculty members from the Namibia Command and Staff College is conducting a one-week study tour in Rwanda aimed at strengthening professional military cooperation and gaining insights into the country’s defence, security, governance and post-conflict recovery.
The delegation, led by Commandant Brig Gen Erastus Benhard Nathinge, visited the Rwandan Ministry of Defence and Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Headquarters, where they received a briefing on the evolution and transformation of the RDF.
The briefing was led by Brig Gen Patrick Karuretwa, Director General of International Military Cooperation and Defence Spokesperson, accompanied by Brig Gen Louis Kanobayire, who leads the RDF’s Education, Training and Doctrine.
The session highlighted the RDF’s evolution from a liberation movement into a modern, professional military institution focused on national development, regional peace and international security.
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