{"id":56684,"date":"2025-12-29T22:13:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T22:13:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/president-kagame-commends-rdf-other-security-organs-for-service-and-sacrifice\/"},"modified":"2026-01-01T11:10:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T11:10:32","slug":"president-kagame-commends-rdf-other-security-organs-for-service-and-sacrifice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/president-kagame-commends-rdf-other-security-organs-for-service-and-sacrifice\/","title":{"rendered":"President Kagame commends RDF, other security organs for service and sacrifice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In his end-of-year message addressed to officers, men, and women of the RDF and other security agencies on Monday, President Kagame expressed deep appreciation for their dedication, noting that their work continues to uphold Rwanda\u2019s values, sovereignty, and national security.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThrough adversity and challenge, the men and women of the Rwanda Defence Force and other Security Organs have consistently served with unwavering distinction \u2014 both here at home and on missions far beyond our borders,\u201d the President said.<\/p>\n<p>He highlighted the role of security organs in protecting Rwanda\u2019s territorial integrity and ensuring a stable environment that enables citizens to pursue their daily economic and social activities. According to the Head of State, the country\u2019s progress across multiple sectors is closely linked to the peace and stability guaranteed by the nation\u2019s security forces.<\/p>\n<p>President Kagame also praised Rwanda\u2019s contribution to peacekeeping efforts across the continent, saying RDF personnel deployed abroad continue to honour Rwanda\u2019s commitment to protecting human life with professionalism and resolve.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs I have mentioned before, the Rwanda Defence Force and other Security Organs are today the forces I have always wished to have,\u201d he said, describing them as a pillar of national unity, dignity, and strength.<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead to the new year, the President urged security organs to maintain high standards of integrity and accountability, while remaining vigilant and adaptive to evolving security threats in pursuit of a secure, prosperous, and united Rwanda.<\/p>\n<p>He paid special tribute to personnel serving away from their families during the festive season, acknowledging their sacrifice and that of their loved ones. The President also honoured families who have lost relatives in the line of duty, assuring them of continued support from the state.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;On behalf of the Rwandan people, the government, and my own family, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families for a joyful festive season and a successful year ahead,&#8221; President Kagame stated, adding, &#8220;May you continue to serve with honour and may your sacrifices always be recognised and rewarded.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99931 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk-58-b3035.jpg\" alt=\"In his end-of-year message, President Paul Kagame commended the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and other security organs for their service, sacrifice, and professionalism, noting their crucial role in safeguarding the country\u2019s peace, stability, and ongoing socio-economic progress.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99930 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk77-00801.jpg\" alt=\"The Head of State highlighted the role of security organs in protecting Rwanda\u2019s territorial integrity and ensuring a stable environment that enables citizens to pursue their daily economic and social activities. \" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99929 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk22-3-030a1.jpg\" alt=\"President Kagame addresses RDF soldiers during a past event.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99928 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk100-17b6a.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99926 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk999-399a5.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99925 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk88-ce952.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-99927 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/pk55-f6220.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Paul Kagame has commended the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and other security organs for their service, sacrifice, and professionalism, crediting them with safeguarding the country\u2019s peace, stability, and continued socio-economic 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