RDF Services
Army
The Army is structured to conduct operations independently and in conjunction with other RDF Services.
Air Force
The Rwanda Air Force is one of the services that comprise the Rwanda Defence Force, responsible for defending Rwandan airspace through prompt, sustained offensive and defensive air operations.
Military Health Service
The Military Health Service is responsible for ensuring the health of defence and security organs personnel, their families and the general public.
Reserve Force
Reserve Force means a service of the RDF made up of soldiers on full-time active duty and others who serve part-time, but who can be recalled to active duty whenever necessary.
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RDF in Peacekeeping Missions
Humanity Drives Rwanda's Peace Support Operations
Rwanda is among the few if not the only peculiar country in the world that is mandated by the constitution to take part in peacekeeping around the world and in support of affected communities.
Currently, Rwanda is the 2nd biggest troop contributing country with 4,786 military personnel in support of UN peacekeeping operations in South Sudan (UNMISS) and Central African Republic (MINUSCA).
MINUSCA
UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the CAR
UNMISS
United Nations Mission In South Sudan.
UNAMID
UN African Union Hybrid Operation in Darfur.