IPSTC FRATENTITY BIDS FAREWELL TO LIEUTENANT COLONEL CHARLES SERRIERE

The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) fraternity has bid farewell to Lieutenant Colonel Charles Serriere, who has successfully completed his tour of duty as an exchange officer at the Centre.In a brief but warm ceremony, Lieutenant Colonel Serriere expressed his gratitude to the IPSTC community for the support and camaraderie extended to him during his assignment. He described his time at the Centre as “an invaluable experience of learning, cooperation, and friendship,” highlighting the unique opportunity to engage with colleagues from across Africa and beyond in advancing peace support operations.The Director IPSTC, Major General Charles Mwazighe, commended Lieutenant Colonel Serriere for his professionalism, dedication, and significant contribution to the Centre’s training agenda. He emphasized that officer exchange programs continue to strengthen collaboration between partner nations, enhancing collective capacity in peacekeeping and regional security.As part of the farewell, Lieutenant Colonel Serriere was presented with a memento by the Chief of Staff, Lieutenant Colonel Toby Lyle a gesture symbolizing the appreciation of the entire IPSTC fraternity and a lasting reminder of his contribution and bond with the Centre.The event underscored not only the successful completion of Lieutenant Colonel Serriere’s tour of duty but also the enduring bonds of friendship and professional partnership that define IPSTC’s spirit. As Lieutenant Colonel Serriere departs, the IPSTC fraternity extends its heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for his future career endeavors. Also present during the event were Commandant HPSS Brigadier Mundui, Colonel Plans & Programmes Colonel Koech, Head of Research Colonel Lagat among other international and national officers.

VISIT BY THE DEFENCE ATTACHÉ OF FRANCE TO KENYA AND SOMALIA

Today, 18th August 2025, IPSTC had the honour of hosting the incoming Defence Attaché of France to Kenya and Somalia Lieutenant Colonel Micheal Gense in Karen.

During his visit, he paid a courtesy call to the Centre’s director, Major General Charles Mwazighe where they deliberated on issues of mutual interest and cooperation.

To well- acquaint the incoming Defence Attaché, Colonel Plans and Programmes – Col A. Koech, together with relevant heads of department presented an in-depth brief of the IPSTC’s core mandate.

UNITED NATIONS TRIANGULAR PARTNERSHIP PROJECT BRIEF TO JAPAN AMBASSADOR

On 5 August 2025, we hosted the Japan Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Amb MATSUURA Hiroshi during an official visit to the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS). The Ambassador was received by the Director IPSTC, Major General C L Mwazighe.

H.E. Amb MATSUURA Hiroshi commended the team of trainers, the United Nations Triangular Partnership Project (UNTPP), and the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) for their dedication and professionalism in delivering high-quality training. He acknowledged their vital role in strengthening regional capacity for peace support operations and expressed appreciation for the collaborative efforts that have made the program a success.

Also in attendance during the visit were Commandant HPSS Brigadier C K Mundui, Defence Attaché Japan to Kenya Commander Keiko Kawashima, Deputy Commandant HPSS Colonel Kinyua, IPSTC Colonel Plans & Programs International Colonel Markus Schefer, Head of Training HPSS Lt Col Alex Neukomm and the UNTPP Training Officer Mary Thiong'o.