RWANDAN PEACEKEEPERS IN CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC DECORATED WITH UN SERVICE MEDALS
On 05 May 2023, Rwandan Peacekeepers (RWABAT2) under United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) were decorated with UN Service Medals in the event that was held at Bossembele Base Camp, at RWABATT2 HQs.
Brig Gen MAGATE NDIAYE, the MINUSCA Force Chief of Staff who presided over the medal parade awarding ceremony, commended the Rwandan peacekeepers for
being professional and making the difference at critical moments.
He also commended the expert handling of sensitive convoys and the numerous sleepless nights often spent in a very hostile operational environment, displaying a great enthusiasm, remarkable team spirit and selfless commitment to the safe delivery of equipment and goods which are vital to the sustainment of MINUSCA contingents.
The RWABAT2 Commander, Lt Col Emmanuel KAREMERA thanked the MINUSCA leadership for the guidance and friendly forces for good cooperation.
The ceremony was attended by CAR Government officials, the head of Rwanda diplomatic mission in Central African Republic Hon Olivier KAYUMBA, MINUSCA Personnel, local leaders and local population.
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