Rwandan peacekeepers serving with RWABATT-2 in the Central African Republic provided free medical services to more than 90 people at Bossembele Prison, while also donating medicines for use in treating inmates.
The medical outreach was conducted on Thursday, September 17, as part of activities marking International Literacy Day. The initiative highlighted the importance of literacy and education in helping inmates prepare for reintegration into their communities and civilian life.
During the exercise, medical personnel from RWABATT-2 screened and treated more than 90 people at no cost. The contingent also donated medicines to support the prison’s ongoing healthcare services.
The event was attended by local government officials, security personnel and a representative of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), Leïla Ben Othman. RWABATT-2 was led by its Battalion Commander, Colonel Laurent Kalisa Munana.
Bossembele Mayor Semungubo Aristide thanked RWABATT-2, particularly its medical team, for supporting efforts to address healthcare needs among inmates and residents in surrounding communities.
“We see this initiative as a valuable demonstration of RWABATT-2’s commitment to supporting the wellbeing of the community, strengthening engagement with local residents and building cooperation between local authorities and other partners,” Semungubo said.
The initiative also highlighted the role of cooperation between peacekeeping forces, local authorities, security agencies and communities in improving access to essential services and strengthening trust among residents.
