African Commandants of Army Staff Colleges Meet In Rwanda to Strengthen Collaboration

KIGALI, Xinhua: A meeting of chief instructors from African command and staff colleges from 18 African countries opened in the Rwandan capital of Kigali on Monday, aimed at strengthening collaboration among the colleges and enhancing the quality and relevance of training and education offered.

The meeting, which runs through Thursday, is geared toward fostering a common understanding of emerging threats and operational realities, according to a statement by the Rwanda Defense Force (RDF).

In opening the meeting, RDF Chief of Defense Staff Mubarakh Muganga emphasized the importance of equipping military officers with high academic and professional standards, as well as the need to conduct joint operations across various regions.

He said participants would develop a shared understanding of training doctrines, methodologies, and strategic perspectives.

Muganga reaffirmed Rwanda’s unwavering commitment to working with all member states to strengthen cooperation, standardize curriculum content, and incorporate digital innovations into military training systems.

“The unity and progress of our military institutions is not only key to achieving our national security goals but also crucial in realizing the broader vision of a peaceful, secure, and prosperous Africa,” he said.