Bukavu awakened to a historic day as thousands of residents prepared to welcome Corneille Nangaa, the coordinator of the AFC/M23, with the honor and enthusiasm they believed he deserved. In the early hours, mobilizers took to the streets, speaking to the people, setting the tone, and lifting the mood. By the time word spread that Nangaa had arrived, the city erupted in cheers, a wave of excitement sweeping through the crowds.
The weather seemed to reflect the emotions of the people. A gentle breeze from Lake Kivu carried the fresh scent of the previous night’s rain, while the morning sun cast its warmth over the city. For many, this was not just good weather—it was a sign. “The sun today is a blessing,” an elder in the crowd remarked. “It is a spiritual confirmation that what is happening in Bukavu is meant to be.”
As Nangaa’s motorcade made its way through the city, people lined the streets, waving flags, singing, and celebrating. For them, his arrival was not just a political event but the fulfillment of something they had long awaited. “We are living a prophetic realization,” one resident said with conviction. “One day, we will tell our children that we were here, that we witnessed history unfold before our eyes.”
With Bukavu now firmly under AFC/M23’s administration, Nangaa’s arrival signified more than just leadership—it was a turning point, a symbol of stability, and for his supporters, the dawn of a new era. As the celebrations continued, the people of Bukavu embraced the moment, believing that this was the start of a future they had long dreamed of.