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M23: We’re advocating federalism, not secession

Bertrand Bisimwa, leader of M23’s political wing, speaks at a press conference in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, on December 9, 2025.

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By  Jackson Mutinda

Lead Editor

Nation Media Group

M23 political leader Bertrand Bisimwa spoke to Jackson Mutinda on a range of issues, defending their co-operation with Rwanda, while seeking partners to invest in eastern DRC without security concerns

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