This funding comes from the European Peace Facility (EPF), established in March 2021 to finance EU external actions with military implications. The support will enable the acquisition of personal equipment and cover costs related to the strategic airlift necessary for sustaining the Rwandan deployment, which has seen an increase in troop numbers this year.
Joseph Borrell, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, highlighted that the presence of Rwandan troops has been crucial in making progress against insurgency threats in Mozambique. He characterized this support as part of the EU’s broader strategy to promote “African solutions for African problems” while also addressing global security concerns.
In addition to the support for Rwanda, the EU has committed substantial resources to other African nations, including €70 million for the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and €40 million for the Somali National Army. These investments underscore the EU’s ongoing engagement in enhancing security and stability across Africa, despite competing demands on its budget.