Following their capture of key territories in South Kivu on February 28, 2025, the AFC/M23 coalition announced a new administrative structure for the province.
Emmanuel Birato Rwihimba was appointed as the Governor, while Dunia Masumbuko Bwenge will serve as the Deputy Governor in charge of politics, administration, and legal affairs, and Juvénal Bushinge Gasinzira was named Deputy Governor in charge of economy, finance, and development.
M23 forces continue to clash with the Congolese army (FARDC) and allied groups, including the FDLR, Burundian troops, and local militias like Wazalendo.
The group has expanded its control across parts of South Kivu, including Bukavu City, and previously seized key areas in North Kivu, where it also established its own administration.
AFC/M23 leadership has repeatedly stated that they will continue their offensive until they reach Kinshasa and overthrow President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi, whom they accuse of discriminating against certain Congolese communities.
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Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/afc-m23-appoints-new-leaders-in-south-kivu-province
