Military Attachés of their Countries in Rwanda told Much about the Collaboration between FDLR and FARDC

Military Attachés of their Countries in Rwanda were told Much about the Collaboration between FDLR and FARDC

Defence Attachés of their Countries in Embassies in Rwanda visited the Mutobo Center, which houses former combatants, and spoke with those who recently defected from the FDLR, who told them how this group works with the FARDC, as well as the Burundian army and the Wazalendo movement.

This was an event that took place on Wednesday, January 23, 2025, where the Defence Attachés visited the Mutobo Center, which houses former combatants before being reintegrated into civilian life.

This group of representatives of the interests of their countries' military in the embassies were welcomed by the Rwandan Defense Forces Spokesperson, Brig Gen Ronald Rwivanga, who told them that these fighters have chosen to distance themselves from the FDLR, due to the group's toxic nature.

The former fighters also explained in detail to the Defence Attachés the military cooperation between the FDLR, the Congolese army (FARDC), the Burundian army and the Wazalendo rebel group.

Those who decided to distance themselves from the armed groups said that these groups work with the Congolese army in the ongoing fighting, and are provided with equipment by the leaders of this country.

The Director of the Mutobo Center, Rtd Maj Mudayi Cyprien, spoke about the programs planned for these former combatants, which include a three-month period during which they are taught the values ​​and life of the country, as well as receiving vocational training that will enable them to live in the extended family they have joined.

This visit by representatives of the Armed Forces of their countries to their Embassies in Rwanda, was aimed at obtaining information on the issues of armed groups that continue to be discussed in the region where Rwanda is located.