This message was conveyed by the Rwanda Defense Force (RDF) spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga, during an interview with IGIHE.
The RDF delegation visiting CAR includes the Army Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Vincent Nyakarundi, and Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga. Their visit aims to inspect Rwandan troops stationed there and attend a graduation ceremony for CAR soldiers trained by the Rwandan military.
Rwivanga highlighted that Kagame sent Nyakarundi with a message of appreciation for the troops' dedication and professionalism.
"The Army Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Vincent Nyakarundi, was sent by His Excellency the President of the Republic to deliver a message to the soldiers, commending them for the excellent work they are doing to maintain security," he said.
He further emphasized that the areas under Rwandan military control in CAR remain secure, and local communities appreciate their presence.
Another key message from President Kagame was to reassure the troops that Rwanda's security is intact, allowing them to carry out their duties without concern.
"The second message was that Rwanda is entirely secure, and they should continue their work without any worries," Brig. Gen. Rwivanga added.
Kagame's message comes amid continued tensions with Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which have been accused of plotting to destabilize Rwanda's government.
When the M23 rebel group took control of Goma, evidence and weapons discovered in the city indicated the involvement of these neighboring countries in plans to undermine Rwanda. Rwivanga reassured the public that Rwanda's borders are well-secured and that the country faces no immediate threats.
"We can assure the public that Rwanda is safe, and the borders are well-protected. The border-related concerns have been resolved. Since M23 took control of their positions, we have had no further issues along our border, meaning the country remains secure," he stated, stressing that Rwandan forces remain vigilant and continue to fulfill their duties.
"Our troops are performing their duties as expected, safeguarding the country's sovereignty and borders. Everything is proceeding as usual, and our message here is to assure the troops that Rwanda is safe," he added.
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