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 pickup loaded with yams, her livelihood,...
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 One Stop...
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 toward expanding...
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 the bloc’s...
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 insecurity through...
Burundi, Lyca Mobile discuss partnership to expand nationwide connectivity
Burundi president Evariste Ndayishimiye met Friday with a delegation from Lyca Mobile led by founder Allirajah Subaskaran at Ntare Rushatsi Palace to discuss a...
Burundi monetary authorities stand pat on rates, focus on financial reforms
The Burundi Central Bank (BRB) said the economy of Burundi showed signs of resilience in late 2025 despite persistent inflationary pressures and external sector...
Leaders urge action on investment barriers to unlock EAC growth
Regional leaders and private-sector executives called for faster implementation of trade and investment reforms across East Africa at the East African Business and Investment...
Cross-Border lifeline restored as Gatumba–Kavimvira crossing reopens
Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) reopened the Gatumba–Kavimvira border crossing on Monday, restoring a key commercial corridor between Bujumbura and Uvira...
EAC confronts decade-long stagnation in intra-regional trade
Senior officials from the East African Community met Thursday to address a persistent challenge facing the bloc, trade among member states has remained stuck...


