Burundian Finance Minister Joins President in Attacks on PARCEM Leader
Minister Alain Ndikumana accuses Faustin Ndikumana of seeking “attention” and online “views” with his repeated critiques of government economic policies.
PARCEM Slams Government Over Threat to Nationalize Gas Stations
Seizing private fuel stations could undermine Burundi’s business climate and deter foreign investors, the group warns.
Government Acknowledges Urgent Need to Improve Civil Servants’ Working Conditions
“We must join forces to prevent risks and ensure that schools remain safe, healthy, and attractive spaces for both teachers and students,” says...
OLUCOME Criticizes Burundi’s Ongoing Administrative Reforms as “Poorly Planned”
Everything we do is rarely studied or well prepared beforehand; we keep jumping into new things without proper planning, says Gabriel Rufyiri.
Civil Society Criticizes “Trial-and-Error” Approach in Burundi’s Mining Sector Following First Mineral Exports
The country's mining sector still lacks vision, transparency, and professionalism, according to PARCEM.
UN Human Rights Council Extends Mandate on Burundi Despite Government Objection
Gitega challenges the UN resolution, accusing the Council of reviving old crisis narratives and disregarding the country's current realities.
Burundi’s CNIDH Pushes Back Against UN Human Rights Report
The chairman of Burundi’s National Independent Human Rights Commission (CNIDH), Martin Blaise Nyaboho, has dismissed recent reports by the United Nations Special Rapporteur...
Persistent Power Cuts Leave Bujumbura Residents and Businesses Struggling
Residents and business owners in Burundi’s economic capital are struggling with recurrent power outages that continue to disrupt income-generating activities, despite repeated government...
Rwandan Soldier Arrested After Crossing Into Burundi, Both Sides Confirm
The arrest coincides with international warnings of rising insecurity along Burundi’s borders.
