Notably, General James Kabarebe, the former Minister of Defence and Chief of Defense Staff, is among those retiring.
This decision was communicated through an official statement on the Rwanda Defense Force's website.
The retirements come amidst recent military coups in Niger Republic and Gabon. Some of those retired reached the age of 65, while others were implicated in misconduct.
President Kagame emphasized the importance of unity for the country's progress. The development prompted discussions on X (formerly Twitter), with some suggesting it was a coup prevention measure and others appreciating the long service of the soldiers.
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