On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Rwanda’s Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Administration and Personnel, DIGP DCG Jeanne Chantal Ujeneza, officially dispatched a contingent of 240 police officers set to serve in the United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
The officers, grouped under RWAFPU1-10 and led by ACP Corneille Murigo, will replace their predecessors who have been serving in Malakal, located in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State. They will spend a year on duty, primarily tasked with protecting internally displaced civilians, UN staff, and personnel from other international organizations operating in the region.
Addressing the officers during the send-off ceremony, DIGP Ujeneza emphasized discipline, vigilance, teamwork, and the importance of applying the training they received. “The mission you’re undertaking is about protecting people from harm and insecurity. Use the skills you’ve acquired and collaborate with local communities in both security operations and improving their wellbeing,” she said.
She also urged the officers to respect time management, demonstrate exemplary conduct, and work closely together to serve as role models. “Your contribution to international peace and security will not only be a source of pride for you but for the entire nation,” she added.
The Deputy Police Chief concluded by encouraging the team to uphold hygiene standards, take care of their equipment, and support one another as a cohesive unit.
Rwanda began deploying police officers to South Sudan in 2015. Currently, two Rwandan police units are stationed in Malakal and the capital city, Juba, as part of ongoing efforts to support peace and stability in the region.
