Tanzania battalion return after MINUSCA mission
DAR ES SALAAM: THE seventh batch of Tanzanian peacekeepers serving within the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission within the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) have safely returned to the nation after finishing a one-year time period.
The battalion, which departed Tanzania on December 18, 2023 was welcomed at Mapinga Military Training College, Coast Region in a ceremony attended by Brigadier General George Itang’are, who spoke on behalf of the Chief of Staff of the Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF), Lieutenant General Salim Hajj Othman.
In his deal with on Monday, Brigadier General Itang’are expressed heartfelt gratitude for the troopers’ dedication.
He mentioned: “Welcome home and thank you for representing us so well, both as a military and as a nation. You have executed this mission excellently and I commend your dedica- tion.”
He went on to emphasize the invaluable expertise gained by the peace- keepers, underpinned by the three core values of a soldier loyalty, trustworthiness and braveness whereas remaining steadfast of their oaths.
“Your service has not only been valuable to the mission but has also built your character. I trust you will continue to excel in your duties here at home with the same dedication,” he mentioned.
A proud second got here when Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Mushilu, the Commander of the seventh batch, introduced a certificates of recognition awarded by the United Nations.
He mentioned the certificates highlighted the battalion’s vital contribution to the residents of the Central African Republic.
Lieutenant Colonel Mushilu remarked: “This recognition stands as a testomony to the bravery, professionalism and dedication of our troopers.
Their return marks not solely the completion of a vital mission overseas but additionally a proud second for the Tanzania People’s Defence Force and the nation.
These troopers return dwelling as true heroes.” Tanzania continues to play an important function in world peacekeeping efforts, with over 2,600 Tanzanian army and police personnel presently serving in six United Nations peacekeeping operations.
These personnel are concerned in essential duties resembling defending civilians and neighborhood policing, contributing considerably to peace and stability throughout battle zones.
MINUSCA, the mission within the Central African Republic, is a part of a broader UN peacekeeping community, which incorporates missions like MINURSO in Western Sahara, MONUSCO within the Democratic Republic of Congo, and UNMISS in South Sudan.
As of September 2021, the mission within the Central African Republic had over 15,000 personnel, together with troops, police and civilians, supporting the nation’s transition to peace following years of battle.
The profitable completion of the mission not solely strengthens Tanzania’s standing in world peacekeeping but additionally underscores the nation’s unwavering dedication to selling peace, stability and safety worldwide.
