Bugesera – Twenty-four Rwanda National Police officers, among them eight women, have successfully completed the 5th Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) course, a rigorous three-month program held at the Counter-Terrorism Training Centre (CTTC) in Mayange, Bugesera District.
The graduates, trained in advanced weapon handling, close combat, hostage rescue, and counter-terrorism tactics, were honored on Wednesday in a ceremony presided over by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), CG Felix Namuhoranye.
The training program combined classroom instruction with practical field exercises designed to prepare officers for high-risk and complex operations. Instructors emphasized decision-making under pressure, physical endurance, and teamwork — all critical skills for special response units.
Speaking at the event, IGP Namuhoranye congratulated the graduates for their discipline and resilience.
He reminded them that their new expertise carries the responsibility of upholding public safety and defending national security.
The inclusion of women among the graduates was also hailed as a milestone in Rwanda’s efforts to ensure gender balance within specialized units.
The SWAT program is part of Rwanda’s broader security strategy to strengthen its counter-terrorism capacity and modernize its police force.
The CTTC in Bugesera has become a key hub not only for training Rwanda’s elite officers but also for hosting regional and international trainees in counter-terrorism and advanced policing tactics.
