Good governance
Burundi Civil Society and Experts Warn of Escalating Corruption Despite Government Promises
As corruption deepens in the country, President Evariste Ndayishimiye vows to launch a new body to curb bribery.
Burundi’s Newly Elected Parliament Faces Constitutional Concerns Over Ministers Holding Dual Roles
Leadership expert warns of constitutional breach as three sitting ministers take seats in Burundi’s newly elected National Assembly, blurring the line between legislative...
PARCEM Slams New Tax Measures in 2025–2026 Budget, Warns of Economic Fallout
"These continually increasing taxes... are not going to boost tax revenues,” says PARCEM leader Faustin Ndikumana, urging the government to rethink its fiscal...
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.
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 President Criticizes CNDD-FDD Members for Prioritizing Party Over Country
President Evariste Ndayishimiye calls out ruling party loyalists for putting political affiliation above service to the nation.
PARCEM Warns of Rising Impunity and Exclusion Following Ruling Party’s Sweeping Electoral Victory
“With no room left for the opposition, there’s a real risk of legendary exclusion,” says Faustin Ndikumana, chairperson of PARCEM, as the ruling...
Five Years On, Questions Persist Over Patriotism in Burundi
Critics say political disagreements are often mistaken for a lack of patriotism, complicating national unity as Burundi marks five years of Patriotism Day.
