Congo's North-Kivu governor dies from injuries in rebel fighting as M23 advances on Goma

The governor of North-Kivu province in eastern Congo, Maj. Gen. Peter Cirimwami, died from injuries sustained in fighting with M23 rebels. His death occurred as the rebels advanced toward Goma, a city of about 2 million people. M23 has made significant territorial gains, recently encircling Goma. Panic spread in the city after the rebels captured Sake, a town close to Goma and a key route for government access. Cirimwami was leading army operations in the region and visited troops on the front line shortly before his death. The exact circumstances surrounding his injuries remain unclear.