RWANDAN PEACEKEEPERS HONOURED WITH UN MEDALS FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE IN SOUTH SUDAN

Rwandan peacekeepers serving under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were today awarded prestigious UN service medals during a colourful ceremony held at the UN Base Camp in Malakal, Upper Nile State, in recognition of their commitment and professionalism in advancing peace and protecting civilians.

The decorated contingent, serving as RWANBATT-2, was praised for its outstanding contribution to peacekeeping operations in one of South Sudan’s most volatile regions.

Presiding over the ceremony, UNMISS Force Commander Maj Gen Junhui Wu commended the the Rwandan contingent as he paid tribute to the dedication, discipline and unwavering commitment to international peace.

“The medals you receive today symbolize the trust of the United Nations and the international community. They reflect your courage, your resilience and your professionalism in a complex and demanding operational environment. Since your deployment, you have consistently demonstrated high standards of operational readiness, discipline and team work in your area of responsibility. You have maintained a robust security posture, protecting civilians and supported humanitarian access and your conduct has brought credit to the mission,” said Maj Gen Wu.

Rwanda’s Senior National Representative in South Sudan, Col Emmanuel  Kanobayire said the contingent has carried out its duties with determination despite operational challenges. He emphasized that the medals being awarded today symbolize more than completion of service, adding that they represent sacrifice, commitment, courage and divortion to principles of international peacekeeping.

The ceremony was attended by senior UNMISS officials, military officers, and representatives from various peacekeeping contingents serving in Upper Nile State.