PHOTOS: RDF soldiers complete five-month infantry training
Friday, July 10, 2026
Officers from Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 507 Infantry Brigade showcase their skills acquired during a five-month Advanced Infantry Brigade Training (AIBT), conclued at the Combat Training Centre Gabiro, in Gatsibo District on Thursday, July 9. Courtesy

The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 507 Infantry Brigade on Thursday, July 9, completed a five-month Advanced Infantry Brigade Training at the Combat Training Centre Gabiro in Gatsibo District.

The training was designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, and operational capabilities of infantry personnel, enabling them to effectively execute infantry tasks and accomplish RDF missions.

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The graduation ceremony was officiated by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga, on Thursday, July 9.

The graduation ceremony was officiated by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga, on behalf of the Commander-in-Chief of the RDF, President Paul Kagame.

Muganga congratulated the graduates on successfully completing the course and commended their dedication, discipline, and perseverance throughout the training. He encouraged them to maintain the same spirit of professionalism and excellence in the execution of their duties.

He reminded the graduates of the guidance consistently provided by President Kagame, who has emphasized that military training prepares soldiers to endure challenging conditions and undertake demanding tasks that require the highest standards of physical fitness, mental resilience, and professional competence.

Rwanda Defence Force Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga awards one of the top performers at the closing ceremony.

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Muganga further stressed that soldiers must continuously strive to achieve maximum results with the limited resources available while accomplishing mission objectives through discipline, innovation, and the efficient use of available resources.

The military chief also commended the leadership of the Combat Training Centre Gabiro, particularly the instructors, for their commitment to developing the knowledge, skills, and leadership capabilities of the trainees.

He noted that their dedication continues to produce competent leaders who are well prepared to serve the Rwanda Defence Force and the nation.

Gen Muganga breifing the graduates at the ceremony in Gabiro on Thursday, July 9.
The closing ceremony was attended by senior officers at Gabiro on Thursday, July 9. Courtesy
Officers from Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 507 Infantry Brigade showcase their skills acquired during a five-month Advanced Infantry Brigade Training (AIBT), conclued at the Combat Training Centre Gabiro, in Gatsibo District on Thursday, July 9. Courtesy
The training was designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, and operational capabilities of infantry personnel, enabling them to effectively execute infantry tasks and accomplish RDF missions.
The training was designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, and operational capabilities of infantry personnel, enabling them to effectively execute infantry tasks and accomplish RDF missions. Courtesy
Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Mubarakh Muganga and other RDF senior officers pose for group photo with graduates at the ceremony.