Image: Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) contingent of 20 medical personnel participated in the 6th EAC Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) Week. Courtesy
Rwanda Defence Force medical contingent participates in EAC armed forces CIMIC week
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- A Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) medical contingent joined the 6th EAC Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation week.
- The contingent consisted of 20 medical personnel led by Brig Gen Dr Jean Chrysostome Kagimbana.
- The event focused on civil-military cooperation within the East African Community's armed forces.
A contingent of 20 medical personnel from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has participated in the 6th East African Community (EAC) Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) week. The Rwandan delegation was led by Brig Gen Dr Jean Chrysostome Kagimbana.
This participation highlights the ongoing efforts within the EAC to foster collaboration and understanding between military forces and civilian populations across member states. The CIMIC week typically involves various activities aimed at strengthening these partnerships, often including medical outreach programs, infrastructure development support, and disaster response coordination.
The involvement of the RDF's medical personnel underscores the importance of health services in civil-military cooperation. Such initiatives are crucial for building trust, providing essential support to communities, and enhancing regional stability.
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