According to the Ministry of Defence, the services provided included treatment for malaria, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, respiratory, pediatric, and gynecological conditions, as well as chronic disease screenings and health education.
Major Emmanuel Kayinamura, deputy commanding officer of RWABG VII encouraged community members to maintain proper hygiene, protect water sources, and consistently use mosquito nets.
Mr. Omar Ramadhan, the local community representative, expressed gratitude to the Rwandan peacekeepers and appealed for continued support.
This initiative underscores the commitment of MINUSCA and Rwandan peacekeepers in particular to improving public health and strengthening Civil-Military Cooperation in their area of responsibility.
The outreach followed a March 2025 exercise in which the RWAMED X team provided free medical treatment to more than 400 people in Mingala Commune, Central African Republic, for various illnesses, including malaria.
During the same outreach, residents were also screened for non-communicable diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes.
The initiative aimed to help communities better understand their health status and adopt practices that promote well-being and disease prevention.
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