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Understanding Burundi’s Call for Reparations from Germany

The Burundian Senate held a public conference on Tuesday, Jan. 28, with ambassadors, representatives from religious organizations, political parties, and independent groups,...

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Vote counting and results timeline in Burundi’s local elections

Burundians went to the polls Monday to elect local administrators, with the country’s electoral commission reporting that voting materials were in place...

Burundi general elections conducted amid tight security

One of the voters casting her vote in Nyakabiga polling station on May 20th. 2020. PHOTO|FILE. By 6 am...

Burundi set to pass Law on access to information

Burundi is expected to put in place a law on access to information in efforts to promote authentic and ethical communications and...

Burundi opposition members cry foul ahead of general elections

Burundi’s ruling party CNDD-FDD declined to comment on the allegation but had for several times rubbished the accusations saying that they were...

Tanzania Faces New Marburg Virus Outbreak: Key Developments

Tanzania has declared an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) after confirming one case and identifying 25 suspected cases in the Kagera...

Britain’s Truss tells China its rise depends on playing by the rules

LONDON (Reuters) -British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss warned China that failure to play by global rules would cut short its rise as...

Tanzania Faces New Marburg Virus Outbreak: Key Developments

Tanzania has declared an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) after confirming one case and identifying 25 suspected cases in the Kagera...

95 arrested over violence ahead of the general elections

Mr. Nkurikiye said that the political violence had diminished compared to the first week of the campaigns that resulted to at least...

Okiya Omtatah Exposes 3 More Flaws on SGR Contract

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah on Wednesday, November 10, continued making waves against the punitive nature of the full Standard Gauge Railway (SGR)...

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Burundi army bans soldiers from holding passports amid exit reports

The Burundi National Defense Force has prohibited its members from personally possessing ordinary, but rather service passports following reports that some soldiers...

Delays, policy gaps at Kobero Border drive up cost of doing business in Burundi

Lawmakers from the East African Legislative Assembly have raised concerns over early border closure, infrastructure shortfalls and procedural inconsistencies at the Kobero–Kabanga...

EAC reiterates its commitment to restore peace in DRC

The East African Community (EAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability to the eastern region of...

East African Community Pursues Political Confederation Amid Remittance Challenges

At the 24th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State on November 30, 2024, leaders focused on two major issues:

Accidents in Lake Victoria increases, law makers call for Transport Act

The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) this week called for member states to implement the Lake Victoria act in efforts to reduce...

Burundi declares Cholera epidemic as cases surge

Burundi’s Ministry of Health have declared Cholera an epidemic in Bujumbura and warned residents to continue practicing hygiene measures a mid spike in new Cholera cases.

BUSINESS

Her yams were seized — then auctioned in Burundi

By the time the truck was taken, there was little left to salvage. A Tanzanian trader watched as her...

Delays, policy gaps at Kobero Border drive up cost of doing business in Burundi

Lawmakers from the East African Legislative Assembly have raised concerns over early border closure, infrastructure shortfalls and procedural inconsistencies at the Kobero–Kabanga...

Burundi unveils first Solar Fast-Charging Station for Electric Vehicles

Burundi’s first fast-charging station for electric vehicles powered by solar energy was officially inaugurated on March 13 in Bujumbura, marking a step...

Compliance and arrears costs Somalia, South Sudan EAC leadership opportunities

Somalia and South Sudan have missed out on securing top leadership positions within the East African Community (EAC) following decisions taken during...

Poor harvests, high food prices push parts of Burundi into prolonged food stress, report says

Poor harvests, high food prices and pressure from refugees and returning migrants are expected to keep several regions of Burundi in food...
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Burundi qualify for their first ever AFCON

Burundi have qualified for their first ever Africa Cup of Nations thanks to a 1-1 draw with Gabon, who will not join them in Egypt later this year.

In Burundi not all celebrated Labor Day

The first of May every year is celebrated to pay tribute to workers, and Burundi Labor Day celebration will be done on Monday...

Afghans demonstrate in Canada to defend women’s rights in Afghanistan

A group of Afghans gathered in Toronto city of Canada to defend women’s rights in Afghanistan. The protesters carried placards...

World Bank and IAEA Partner to Support Nuclear Energy Development in Emerging Economies

Paris, June 26, 2025 — The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) formalized a new partnership on Thursday aimed...

Flambeau du Centre Wins 2025 Burundi President’s Cup

Gitega, May 24 — Flambeau du Centre FC emerged victorious in the 2025 edition of the Burundi President’s Cup after edging out Musongati...

Burundi- Cuba marks 50 year relation

This Friday Burundi and Cuba marks 50 years of diplomatic relations that dates back to 2 February 1974.

South Sudan to suspend schools over high temperatures

A statement from the South Sudan ministry of Environment and Forestry released on March, 14th indicated that Juba and most parts of South...

Burundi marks 2 years since Nkurunziza’s death

Burundi is commemorating two years since the death of its former president Pierre Nkurunziza who died of a heart attack on June 8th,...

Burundi Launches Malaria Vaccine in Routine Immunization

Burundi has joined 17 other African countries in incorporating the malaria vaccine into its routine immunization program. The initiative, supported by GAVI, the...
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