The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has confirmed that one of its drones crashed in Rutsiro District on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, leaving three students injured.
According to a statement shared on the army’s official X/Twitter account, the remotely piloted aircraft went off course due to poor weather conditions while on a training mission. The accident occurred at around 1:40 p.m.
The RDF said the drone struck three students who were returning home from school. Two of them are receiving treatment at Kivumu Health Center, while the third was transferred to Murunda Hospital for further medical care.
“The Rwanda Defence Force extends its sympathies to the families of the injured children and regrets the harm caused by this accident,” the statement read.
The army added that it is working closely with local authorities and medical teams to ensure the victims receive appropriate care.
RDF further pledged to provide necessary support to both the students and their families as they recover from the incident.
