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Forty personnel from the Ghana Army’s 15 Armoured Brigade and Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Corps have completed a four-week intensive training on the Puma M36 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, aimed at strengthening operational and maintenance capabilities within the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
The programme, held at the 153 Armoured Regiment headquarters at Burma Camp, was facilitated by U.S. defence contractor AMENTUM and coordinated through the U.S. Embassy’s Office of Security Cooperation. It ended on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Brigadier General B. Gah, Commander of the 15 Armoured Brigade, praised the soldiers for their commitment and encouraged them to transfer the skills acquired to colleagues in their units. The training combined theoretical instruction with hands-on field exercises, covering vehicle components, safety protocols, turret operation, and driving over rough terrain such as sand, mud, and rocky paths.
Lieutenant Colonel David Kwesi Korsah, Commanding Officer of the 153 Armoured Regiment, commended AMENTUM for delivering high-quality training, noting that the soldiers are now well-equipped to handle the sophisticated Puma M36 MK 6-275 4×4 vehicles.
Lt. Col. Paul Corbitt from the U.S. Embassy highlighted the evolution of military vehicles and the Puma’s superior capabilities compared to earlier models like the Humvee. The Puma’s advanced features, including axle locks, turret controls, and dashboard diagnostic systems, are expected to enhance GAF’s effectiveness in peacekeeping and internal operations.
The closing ceremony was attended by senior GAF officials, including Colonel Ekow Nkrane Mensah-Yawson and Lt. Col. Michael Ackerson.
