The incident occurred on September 16, 2025, at around 13:40 hours. According to the RDF, the UAV was being used as part of a training exercise when it veered off course due to adverse weather conditions and subsequently crashed.
As a result, three students who were returning home from school sustained injuries. Two of them were taken to Kivumu Health Centre for treatment, while the third was transferred to Murunda Hospital for further care.
In a statement, the RDF extended its sympathy to the affected families and expressed regret over the distress caused by the incident.
'The Rwanda Defence Force extends its sympathy to the families of the injured children and deeply regrets the distress this incident has caused,' the statement reads.
The RDF also confirmed that it is working closely with local authorities and medical staff to ensure the injured children receive proper care, and pledged to provide all necessary support to both the students and their families.
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Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/rdf-regrets-rutsiro-drone-crash-that-left-three-students-injured
