Rwanda Security Forces (Task Force Battle Group 3 ) operating in Ancuabe district, Cabo Delgado province, Mozambique on Wednesday, September 4, handed over five renovated classrooms at Nacololo Primary School.
They also donated a variety of scholastic materials including 100 desks for the pupils, exercise books, pens, chalks, and pencils to more than 500 pupils.
Brig Gen Théodomille BAHIZI, Task Force Battle Group 3 Commander indicated that the donation aims to express their gratitude for the existing friendship and collaboration between Rwanda and Mozambique armed forces.
”we came here as Rwanda defence force to join efforts with the Mozambique armed force (FADM), to bring back peace and security in Cabo Delgado, we know that the education is the cornerstone of any form of development. Rwanda defence force is committed to continue working with our Mozambican colleagues to ensure that our mission is completed as required,”an RDF statement quoted Brig Gen BAHIZI as saying.
Benito Joaquim Santos Casimilo, Mayor of Ancuabe District Appreciated the effort of the Rwanda Defence Force for the scholastic materials provided to the school and the children at large and pledged his support whenever needed.
The school Headmaster, Faluki Silverio acknowledged the significant impact of the donated materials in improving the quality of education for the students.
“more than 500 pupils, were sited down without desks to sit on and didn’t have enough exercise books. The materials provided will facilitate the school and pupils to improve the quality of education”.
In July 2021, Rwanda deployed troops to Cabo Delgado, at the request of the Mozambican government.
Rwandan troops were initially deployed to the districts of Mocimboa da Praia, and Palma.
Currently, security has been restored in many parts of Cabo Delgado Province. Schools are re-opening, and people are returning to their shelters, while terrorist fighters are fleeing into the forests.
The RSF continues to support the Mozambique Government in restoring state authority in Cabo Delgado Province by conducting combat and security operations, stabilization, and security sector reform. 
Cabo Delgado: Rwandan troops rehabilitate school, donate scholastic materials
