RWANDAN PEACEKEEPERS IN SOUTH SUDAN DECORATED WITH UNITED NATIONS MEDALS
JUBA- Durupi, 5 September 2024
Today, Rwandan peacekeepers (Rwanbatt- 3 and Rwandan Aviation Unit 12) under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were decorated with UN medals for their commendable service in peacekeeping operations. The ceremony was held in Rwanbatt-3 Base Camp Durupi, Central Equatorial State.
The UNMISS Force Commander, Lt Gen Mohan Subramanian who presided over the medal parade awarding ceremony, commended Rwandan peacekeepers for their discipline, professionalism and dedication while performing their duties. He further congratulated them for their steadfast support in maintaining security in South Sudan, especially in Juba City and other places.
The UNMISS Force Commander also underlined that Rwanda’s commitment to UN peacekeeping operations is clearly outlined in the Constitution and their unique contributions are proof to their determination to implement this obligation.
Brig Gen William Ryarasa, the Sector Unit commander and Rwanda Senior National Representative in South Sudan, stated that Rwandan peacekeepers conducted various operations to ensure peace and security to include patrols to liaise with local security forces, monitor and respect human rights, gather critical information for the interest of protection of civilians, protect UN agencies, community activities aimed at promoting cleanliness, health and education such as medical outreach programs, distribution of school materials and planting trees during community work among others.
Col John Tyson Sesonga, Rwanbatt-3 Contingent Commander said that the medal parade is one of the best privileges in ones military career and is regarded as an extraordinary motivation that enhances commitment to execute tasks as required by the UNMISS mandate. He further appreciated the support rendered by the UNMISS leadership, the Government of South Sudan and friendly contingents in accomplishing the forces' mandated tasks.
The event was marked by parade demonstration, cultural dance performance, martial arts display and demonstration of skills at arms.
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