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TANAH JAMBU, Thursday, 27 MARCH 2025 - With the consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, 47 Probationary Officer Cadets were appointed as Officer Cadets. The Appointment Ceremony was held at the Ceremonial Hall of the Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF), Kampong Tanah Jambu.

  

SURAU ASY-SYUHADA, Saturday, 22 March 2025 – The Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF) participated in the Munajat Ramadhan which was organized by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Negara Brunei Darussalam. The  event was broadcasted via Video Tele Conference (VTC) and was joined by the Officers, Personnel of DA RBAF as well course participants from Officer Cadet School (OCS).

  

Friday, 21 March 2025 - In keeping with the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan, the Officer Cadet School Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (OCS DA RBAF) organised cemetery cleaning campaign concurrently in several places for the late Officers, Staff and Officer Cadets that have departed.

  

​​TANAH JAMBU, Wednesday, 19 March 2025 - Today marked the end of the six-week basic military training for the Probationary Officer Cadets (POCdts) of Intake 24. The six-weeks program is a militarization phase which enables the POCdts to manage themselves and transition to a military lifestyle.

  

TANAH JAMBU, Thursday, 13 February 2025 – The Signing of BAF 122 for 47 Probationary Officer Cadets of Intake 24, Officer Cadet School (OCS) was held today at the Auditorium of Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF), Kampung Tanah Jambu.

  

TANAH JAMBU, FRIDAY, 24 January 2025 - Following the night after the Officer Cadet of Intake 23’s Sovereign's Parade, the newly commissioned officers celebrated their Graduation Dinner at the Ceremonial Hall, Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (OCS DA RBAF).

  

TANAH JAMBU, THURSDAY, 23 JANUARY 2025 - With the completion of their Commissioning Course, the Officer Cadets of Intake 23 celebrated their pinnacle of achievement with the annual Sovereign's Parade. A total of 52 Officer Cadets (39 Male Officers and 13 Female Officers) consisting of 25 Land Forces Officer Cadets, 17 Navy Midshipmen, 9 Airforce Officer Cadets and 1 international Officer were commissioned during the prestigious ceremony held at the Parade Square of the Defence Academy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF) in Kampong Tanah Jambu.

  

TANAH JAMBU, THURSDAY, 23 January 2025 - A total of 52 newly commissioned officers of Intake 23 received their certificate and sword for the completion of commissioning course in Officer Cadet School, Defence Academy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (OCS DA RBAF).

  

TANAH JAMBU, FRIDAY, 17 January 2024 – The Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 had the privilege of attending a leadership talk delivered by Yang Mulia Colonel Pengiran Sharifuddin bin Pengiran Haji Yusof, The Commandant of Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF). The Commandant addressed the OCdts of Intake 23 in a leadership lesson centered on the values, skills, and mindset required for leadership in the modern era. 

  

TANAH JAMBU, TUESDAY, 14 January 2024 – The Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 had the distinct privilege of attending a leadership talk delivered by Yang Mulia Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Haszaimi bin Bol Hassan, Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF), at the Lecture Hall of the Officer Cadet School, Defence Academy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (OCS DA RBAF). 

  

TANAH JAMBU, THURSDAY, 26 December 2024 – Officer Cadets (OCdts) from Intake 23 participated in a Leadership Talk at the Lecture Theatre, Officer Cadet School (OCS) Headquarters, Defence Academy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF). The session was conducted by Warrant Officer 1 Rozain bin Hj Pungut, the Armed Forces Sergeant Major (AFSM) of the RBAF.

  

​TANAH JAMBU, THURSDAY, 26th December 2024 – Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 participated in an orienteering competition. The competition took place around the compound of Defence Academy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF). The orienteering competition was designed to test and enhance the OCdts endurance and decision making skills. The event was graced by the presence of the Guest of Honor, Lieutenant Commander Haji Ahmad Ahdaa Bin Haji Ahmad, RBN, Acting Intake Commander of Officer Cadet School (OCS). Also In attendance were the Platoon Commanders and Instructors of OCS. 

  

BERAKAS, TUESDAY, 24 December 2024 – From 23 to 24 December 2024, Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 successfully participated in a two-day introduction program conducted by Pusat PRIHATIN.

  

MUARA, Sunday, 22 December 2024 – The Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF) celebrated its 14th Anniversary with a Family Day event held at Muara Beach. Present as the Guest of Honour was Colonel Pengiran Sharifuddin bin Pengiran Haji Yusof, the Commandant of DA RBAF. The event was also attended by officers, permanent staff, and Officer Cadets of DA RBAF, along with their invited family members.

  

TANAH JAMBU, THURSDAY, 19 December 2024 - Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 are stepping up their preparation to become tomorrow’s military leaders by completing a module on Defence Instructional Techniques (DIT) Qualification as part of their final term commissioning course. This program is to equip the OCdts with the skills necessary to deliver quality lessons to their peers and subordinates effectively. 

  

TANAH ​​JAMBU, Thursday, 19 December 2024 - By the consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, a Probationary Officer Cadet, who is a recipient of the Supreme Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Scholarship, was officially appointed as an Officer Cadet. The ceremony was held at the Ceremonial Hall, Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF), Kampong Tanah Jambu.

  

TUTONG, TUESDAY, 04 December 2024 - The Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 successfully completed the Commander's Challenge, a rigorous annual 42km test that all OCdts must endure prior to commissioning as officers in the Royal Brunei Armed Forces.

  

TANAH JAMBU, Monday, 02 December 2024 - An important day for 4 Officer Cadets of Intake 23 as they receive their respective rank insignias at Officer Cadet School, Mess Hall. The ceremony was officiated by the Guest of Honour, Lt Col (U) Pg Haji Muhammad Yusri bin Pg Haji Sharifuddin, Commanding Officer of OCS. Also present were the Intake Commander, Platoon Commanders and Instructors of OCS.

  

BERAKAS GARRISON, Thursday, 28th November 2024 – The Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 have successfully completed the Range Management Qualification (RMQ) program, a crucial part of their military training. This qualification equips them with the skills and knowledge to manage live firing ranges in a controlled setting, ensuring safety and operational effectiveness during training exercises.

  

PENANJONG GARRISON, Sunday, 17th November 2024 - In a significant step forward, in enhancing the combat readiness and operational skills of future military leaders, a live firing exercise was successfully conducted for the Land Force Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 at Field Firing Area (FFA), Binturan Range, Penanjong Garrison. 

  

MUARA, Friday, 15th November 2024 - A closing ceremony was held by the Midshipmen of Officer Cadet School (OCS) Intake 23 at Naval Training Centre (NTC), Royal Brunei Navy (RBN). This ceremony marks the end of the Midshipmen journey in Special-To-Service (STS) Term which ran from 19th August 2024 to 15th November 2024.

  

RIMBA, WEDNESDAY, 13th November 2024 – A Leadership Talk was delivered to the Air Force Officer Cadets by Brigadier General (U) Dato Seri Pahlawan Mohd Sharif bin Dato Paduka Haji Ibrahim, Commander of the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF). The session took place at the Alap-Alap Room, Headquarters Royal Brunei Air Force Base in Rimba.

  

MUARA, TUESDAY, 12th November 2024 - A total of 17 Midshipmen from the Officer Cadet School (OCS) of Intake 23 completed navigation practical training at Naval Training Centre (NTC) of the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN). This training took place in the Full Mission Bridge Simulator (FMBS) and included familiarization with the RBN asset KDB Mustaed. This comprehensive training is designed to prepare Midshipmen for their future careers in the Naval Forces, ensuring they acquire the essential skills, experience, and knowledge required for effective maritime operations. 

  

TUTONG, SATURDAY, 9th November 2024 – The Land Force Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 have successfully completed their Jungle Victory Exercise, a rigorous 5-days field operation designed to assess their proficiency in core military competencies. This thorough assessment examined their leadership competencies, including their capacity to commant and control effectively, as well as their ability to inspire their team to achieve collective objectives.

  

TANAH JAMBU, Wednesday, 30 October 2024 – The Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DA RBAF) received a career visit from 44 Military Cadets from Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD). 

  
SAFTI MILITARY INSTITUTE, THURSDAY, 24 October 2024 – The Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 had completed their Urban Operation Training Program (UOTP) between Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute Military Institute (SAFTI MI) and Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF).​
  

MULTI MISSION RANGE COMPLEX, TUESDAY, 22 October 2024 – In the first week of the Urban Operations Training Package (UOTP), the Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 attended lessons at the Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute Military Institute (SAFTI MI) focused on the Singapore Assault Rifle 21 (SAR21), which was designed and manufactured in Singapore. The OCdts received lessons on weapon handling, assembly and disassembly within a time limit, and Immediate Action (IA) drills. These lessons were essential for the OCdts to qualify for their SAR21 qualification shoot at the Multi Mission Range Complex (MMRC) in Pasir Laba Camp, Singapore. The objective of these lessons and the qualification shoot was to ensure that the OCdts were properly trained in order to operate a different weapon system, thereby enhancing their confidence in weapon handling, shooting skills, and understanding of the rifle's mechanics. The lessons and qualification shoot were conducted and assisted by the instructors and OCdts from Delta Wing of SAFTI MI.

  

SINGAPORE, Thursday, 17 October 2024 – Exercise Coyote II and III united Officer Cadets (OCdts) from the Officer Cadet School, Defence Academy Royal Brunei Armed Forces (OCS DA RBAF) and Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute Military Institute (SAFTI MI) for a four-day joint Urban Operations exercise. Held at Neo Tiew BUA and Sarimbun EBUA in Singapore. The exercise focused on honing essential combat skills required for operations in complex urban environments and the OCdts undertook various scenarios that tested their ability to maneuver through urban terrain, execute building clearance, and coordinate tactical operations within the confined and fast-paced nature of urban warfare.

  
BRUNEI MUARA, Tuesday, 8th October 2024 – The Intake 23 of Officer Cadet School will be collaborating with Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute Military Institute (SAFTI MI) for 3 weeks programme of the Urban Operation Training Package (UOTP) at SAFTI MI.
  

TUTONG , Saturday, 21 September 2024 – Officer Cadets (OCdts) of Intake 23 from the Officer Cadet School (OCS) successfully completed the Commandant Challenge, a rigorous 21-kilometer, two-day, one-night endurance test in the vicinity of Tutong Camp and Penanjong Camp. This challenge is designed to test the physical and mental limits of the OCdts and serves as an essential part of their training.

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