Among the modifications outlined in the legislation are the establishment of Deputy Service Chiefs within the RDF hierarchy, with the Chief of Defence Staff having a designated Deputy, alongside the Army Chief of Staff Commander and the Commander of Military Health Service.

Comprising 38 articles, the law underscores the alterations within the Rwandan Armed Forces.

During the presentation of the draft Law to the General Assembly of Deputies on March 14, 2024, Minister of Defense Juvénal Marizamunda emphasized that these reforms are geared towards enhancing RDF management to better fulfill its security obligations.

Marizamunda clarified that the Rwandan Army traditionally consisted of three services: Army, Air Force, and Reserve. However, under the new law, a Health service unit will be added, with its own designated commander.

Previously, the Rwandan Army was overseen by the Chief of Defence Staff with separate Commanders for the Ground Forces and the Air Force.

The Minister explained to lawmakers that the rationale behind increasing the number of army leaders stems from the diverse activities the Rwandan army engages in globally, aligning the reforms with prevailing security conditions both domestically and internationally.

Furthermore, the law dictates the transfer of the Department of International Military Relations and Cooperation from the RDF to the Ministry of Defense.

The Ministry of Defense has indicated that some of the changes are due to increased responsibilities.