Over 67,000 demobilised since 1997

Current statistics from the Rwanda Demobilisation and Reintegration Commission (RDRC) show that a total of 66,867 soldiers and 791 ex-child soldiers have been demobilised since its establishment in1997. The number includes those from Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF) and soldiers of the former government (Ex-FAR). To enable them lead better lives and integrate into society, RDRC sponsored 4,378 ex-combatants in vocational skills while 1,497 enrolled for formal education in schools and universities.