CHAPTER VIII. NATIONAL DEFENCE AND SECURITY
Article 158. National defence and security organs
The State has the following defence and security organs:
- Rwanda Defence Force;
- Rwanda National Police;
- National Intelligence and Security Service.
A law may determine other security organs.
National defence and security organs collaborate and coordinate their activities in fulfilment of their responsibilities.
A presidential order determines the manner in which these organs collaborate and coordinate their activities.
Article 159. Rwanda Defence Force
National defence is the responsibility of a professional national military force known as the “Rwanda Defence Force”.
The Chief of Defence Staff is responsible for the operations and general administration of the Rwanda Defence Force.
A law determines the mission, organisation and powers of the Rwanda Defence Force.
The Government of Rwanda may, when necessary, downsize the Rwanda Defence Force. The Government may also discharge, demobilise or dismiss members of Rwanda Defence Force. A law determines modalities for these actions.
Article 160. Rwanda National Police
Rwanda National Police is generally responsible for ensuring security of persons and property throughout the country.
A law determines the governing principles, powers, responsibilities, organisation and functioning of the Rwanda National Police.
Article 161. National Intelligence and Security Services
The National Intelligence and Security Services is generally responsible for internal and external intelligence, as well as immigration and emigration matters, for the prevention of and protection against threats to national security.
A law determines responsibilities, organisation, functioning and powers of the National Intelligence and Security Services.
