On 26 October 2026, the Rwanda Defence Force Command and Staff College (RDFCSC) fraternity celebrated the 62nd Independence Day of the Republic of Zambia which is officially commemorated on 24 October each year. The event was attended by students of Senior Command and Staff Course (SCSC) 15, The Chief J3 RDF HQ, faculty members, and college staff.

The occasion was presided over by the Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor (Dy Comdt & CI), Brig Gen Jean Chrysostome Ngendahimana. On behalf of the college fraternity, he congratulates Lt Col Patrick MUBITA and Lt Col Isaac DAKA, wishing Zambia and its people continued peace, unity, and prosperity. who proudly represent their nation in Senior Command and Staff Course 15, on the 62nd Independence Day of their homeland.

In his remarks, the Dy Comdt & CI stated: “Rwanda and Zambia share strong friendship and defence cooperation, especially through military training and the exchange of professional experience. This partnership should continue to grow for the benefit of both countries.

On behalf of Zambian students at the college, Lt Col Patrick MUBITA concluded by thanking the Rwanda and RDFCSC for their warm hospitality and wish continued friendship and cooperation between Zambia and Rwanda. Happy Independence Day to Zambia!

Long live Zambia! Long live Rwanda! Long live Zambia–Rwanda friendship and cooperation!