π’π„π‚πŽππƒ π‚πŽπ‡πŽπ‘π“ π„ππ†π‹πˆπ’π‡ 𝐀𝐋𝐋 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… π“π‘π€πˆππ„π‘π’ π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

The Second Cohort English All Arms Search (AASC) Training of Trainers (TOT) Course officially commenced at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) in Embakasi. The course sponsored by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) and facilitated by HPSS Instructors is scheduled to run for four weeks and is designed to enhance the capacity of trainers in conducting effective search operations across joint environments. With a focus on interoperability, instructional techniques, and operational effectiveness, the program aims to empower the trainers with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver standardized and mission-ready search training across all units.
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The Deputy Commandant HPSS Lieutenant Colonel Kaptuway welcomed the participants and emphasized the significance of the training in strengthening institutional capacity. He highlighted that the module has been designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to effectively deliver future All Arms Search Courses within their respective units and organizations. He noted that beyond gaining practical field competencies, the participants would also acquire essential instructional tools, enabling them to transfer this critical knowledge to others.
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The course has 16 participants from South Africa and Tanzania.

π„π—ππ‹πŽπ’πˆπ•π„ 𝐇𝐀𝐙𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… π“π‘π€πˆππ„π‘π’ π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

A Mobile Training Team of instructors from the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) commenced at the Malawi Armed Forces College (MAFCO), delivering Explosive Hazard Awareness Training of Trainers course. This initiative is sponsored by the British Peace Support Team Africa (BPST(A).
The two-week course has a total of 18 participants, comprising 12 military personnel and 6 police officers. The training aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to address explosive hazards effectively.
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In his remarks, the lead facilitator, Major Ali, emphasized the importance of experience sharing, collaboration, and partnership among the participants. He highlighted that the TOT approach ensures a multiplier effect, as the knowledge gained will be disseminated to respective bases and units. He also expressed his gratitude to the Government of Malawi for its commitment to capacity building and regional safety.
The HPSS Mobile Training Team (MTT) concept is closely supported by BPST(A), and now, in its second iteration, represents a key component of such capacity growth. Importantly, on this occasion, also provided the Malawi Defence Forces and Police Services with greater instructor capacity.
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This TOT is a crucial step in building regional capacity to mitigate explosive hazards and underscores the value of international cooperation in ensuring safety and security in the region. The dedication of the facilitators and the active participation of attendees are expected to contribute significantly to the success of this program.

𝐀𝐋𝐋 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… π“π‘π€πˆππ„π‘π’ π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

The All Arms Search (AASC) Training of Trainers Course, sponsored by the United Nations Triangular Partnership Project (UNTPP) and supported by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) commenced at HPSS.
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The participants, drawn from Malawi and Kenya, are participating in the course, which covers both theoretical and practical training.
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Mr. Jordan Sorabjee, the UNMAS representative, highlighted the significance of the AASC, while Colonel John Rongoei, the Commandant of Humanitarian Peace Support School, emphasized the crucial role of well-trained instructors for search in supporting the Counter Improvised Explosive Device pillars. He encouraged participants to take advantage of the learning opportunity to perfect their search and instructional skills.
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