Environment
Hippo Killed in Bujumbura Road Accident, Sparking Fresh Debate Over Human Encroachment
Experts say habitat loss and poor land management are forcing hippos into populated areas, endangering both animals and people.
Lightning strike kills three women and injures two in southern Burundi
A violent storm in southern Rumonge province claims three lives and destroys crops and homes, leaving the local population in distress.
Burundi Calls for African Cooperation to Combat Climate-Induced Humanitarian Crises
Facing rising displacement due to climate change, Burundi calls for African solidarity and joint action to find sustainable solutions.
Environmental Experts Urge Agroforestry to Combat Land Extinction Amid Growing Deforestation in Burundi
As deforestation intensifies in Burundi, experts emphasize agroforestry as a key solution to land scarcity and environmental degradation, calling for immediate action to...
Severe Storm Wreaks Havoc in Southeastern Burundi, Leaving One Dead and Hundreds Homeless
An eight-year-old girl dies, dozens injured and hundreds left without shelter, as Rutana grapples with the aftermath of a powerful storm.
Landslides Threaten Urban Areas Across Burundi During Rainy Season
Burundi’s rainy season triggers deadly landslides, leaving homes in ruins, public infrastructure at risk, and thousands displaced across urban areas.
Climate Displaced Families in Gateri site Call for Urgent Aid as Challenges Mount
Relief turns to concern as Gateri relocation site fails to meet basic needs of climate-displaced families in northwest Burundi.
Extreme Weather Strikes Eastern Burundi, Leaving Hundreds of Families in Desolation
Over 650 households affected by torrential rains, hail, and strong winds, with crops destroyed and homes damaged in Kiguhu and Mugondo.
