Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop for Kibungo Diocese

{{Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church has confirmed Antoni Kambanda as the new Bishop of Kibungo Diocese in Rwanda. }}

The appointment follows the resignation of Bishop Kizito Bahujimihigo.

Bishop Kizito resigned four years ago and his replacement has been pending until May 7, 2013.

Before his appointment as Bishop at Kibungo diocese, Kambanda was serving as the head of St. Charles Bartholomew Seminary located in Butare diocese.

He was ordained a Father in 1990 by Pope John Paul II during his visit in Rwanda at Mbare at Kabgayi Diocese.

{Bishop Antoni Kambanda confirmed new Bishop of Kibungo Diocese}