Economy
PARCEM 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.
Burundi President Reflects on Two Decades of Ruling Party’s Leadership
"CNDD-FDD inherited a nation in ruins and helped lift it from despair," says president Evariste Ndayishimiye as the party marks 20 years in...
Calls for Economic Reforms Intensify as Fuel Crisis Deepens Burundi’s Inflation Woes
Economists warn that fuel and and foreign currency shortages are pushing Burundi toward deeper economic instability.
Burundi Faces Mounting Currency Strains as Experts Press for Reforms
With foreign reserves running low and the currency under pressure, economists and civil society push for urgent reforms to prevent deeper instability.
Burundi Weighs Shift to Chinese Yuan for Imports Amid Deepening Foreign Currency Crisis
The move follows years of foreign currency shortages, with authorities betting on mining exports to stabilize the struggling economy.
Burundi Losing BIF 1.6 Trillion Annually Due to Tax Machine Non-Compliance, Says Finance Minister
Despite distributing thousands of billing machines, the government warns most businesses still underreport sales or avoid invoicing altogether.
Burundi Braces for Price Surge as New Tax Hikes Take Effect
New budget measures raise taxes on essentials, passports, and beverages, fueling fears of a 50% price surge amid deepening inflation.
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.
