On Monday, January 26, 2026, Colonel Dan Gatsinzi officially assumed his duties as the Deputy Commander of the Rwanda Air Force in charge of Operations, marking a key leadership transition within the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). The official handover ceremony was held on the same day, during which Col Dan Gatsinzi formally received responsibilities from Brigadier General Godfrey Gasana. Brig Gen Gasana was recently appointed Presidential Pilot and also serves as a Senior Adviser to the Minister of Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff on Air Force affairs. The transition reflects the RDF’s

On Monday, January 26, 2026, Colonel Dan Gatsinzi officially assumed his duties as the Deputy Commander of the Rwanda Air Force in charge of Operations, marking a key leadership transition within the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF).

The official handover ceremony was held on the same day, during which Col Dan Gatsinzi formally received responsibilities from Brigadier General Godfrey Gasana. Brig Gen Gasana was recently appointed Presidential Pilot and also serves as a Senior Adviser to the Minister of Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff on Air Force affairs. The transition reflects the RDF’s structured approach to leadership continuity and institutional stability. In his new role, Col Gatsinzi is tasked with overseeing air force operations, including operational readiness, mission coordination, flight safety, and the execution of strategic air operations that are vital to Rwanda’s national security. Brig Gen Gasana was commended for his service and leadership during his tenure in the Air Force command, where he contributed to strengthening operational capacity and professionalism. His new appointment places him in a strategic advisory position, supporting top defense leadership with expertise in aviation and air defense. RDF officials emphasized that such orderly transitions, carried out on January 26, 2026, are essential for maintaining efficiency, discipline, and effectiveness across the armed forces. Source: RDF

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