About the 31st RSML Course

The Regional Senior Mission Leaders’ Course is designed to strengthen leadership in Peace Support Operations within the framework of the African Standby Force (ASF), an initiative of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA).

The course brings together participants from the Military, Police and Civilian Components to deepen leadership and management abilities in the planning and conduct of peace support operations in the contemporary environment.

The RSML Course follows the general guidelines set forth in the United Nations Department of Peace Operations Senior Mission Leaders training syllabus.

Session Facilitator

Brig (Rtd) Dr Robert G. Kabage
Chief Executive Officer
Mashariki Research and Policy Centre (MRPC)

Facilitation Sessions

Monday, 16 March 2026

• Understanding AU Peace Support Operations (PSO)
  Time: 1210hrs – 1310hrs (EAT)
• Role of Regional Economic Communities (RECs) / Regional Mechanisms (RMs) in PSO (New)
  Time: 1410hrs – 1455hrs (EAT)