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Burundi celebrates 63 Years of Independence Amid Calls for Self-Reliance and Warnings of Democratic Backsliding

Calls for economic self-reliance dominate Independence Day rhetoric, but critics highlight exclusion of opposition and growing hardships.

Price Speculation Persists in Burundi Despite Government Controls

The Ministry of the Interior warns of economic sabotage as price controls fail to take hold nationwide.

UN Expert Warns of Entrenched Human Rights Violations in Burundi Decade After 2015 Crisis

Despite claims of peace and political progress from Burundian officials, the UN warns of a closed civic space, manipulated elections, and systemic rights...

Burundi to Shut Down Over 2,700 Drugstores Over Public Health Concerns

The move follows a nationwide inspection revealing thousands of drugstores operating without proper oversight.

Burundian Lawmakers Question Government Over Repeated Maize Losses, Planning Gaps

ANAGESSA faces fresh scrutiny over maize losses as MPs call for stronger planning and oversight.

ALUCHOTO Calls on Newly Elected Officials to Address Human Rights Abuses

Rights group says outgoing lawmakers failed to act amid arbitrary arrests, persecution of journalists, and abuse in detention centers across Burundi.

Experts Raise Alarm Over Economic Regression in Burundi Under President Ndayishimiye

Economists warn that inflation, soaring debt, and collapsing sectors are driving Burundi into deeper economic trouble five years after President Ndayishimiye took office.

Burundi President Threatens to Fire All Judges, Accusing Them of Betrayal

"We can fire all the judges and start over,” says President Ndayishimiye, blaming them for betraying public trust and pledging wide judicial overhaul.

Burundi’s Top Court Upholds June Election Results, Cementing Ruling Party’s Grip

The Constitutional Court's ruling confirms CNDD-FDD’s dominant win in previous communal and legislative elections, endorsing the electoral commission’s position.

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