Justice
Burundi Rights Group Condemns Illegal Detentions Despite Court Acquittals
More than 100 acquitted prisoners are still locked up in Mpimba central prison alone, according to NTABARIZA.
Two Decades On, Vatican Seeks Truth in Assassination of Irish Nuncio to Burundi
The Vatican’s top diplomat says honoring the slain nuncio’s memory must go hand in hand with uncovering the truth about his assassination.
Ten Sentenced to Life for Brutal Witchcraft-Linked Killings in Bujumbura
The court ruling comes a week after six people were beaten and burned to death over witchcraft allegations in Nyabiraba, triggering public outcry.
Administrator of Vyanda Commune Jailed in Maize Embezzlement Scandal
Over 22 million BIF meant for local maize purchases vanishes, landing Vyanda commune’s leader and ANAGESSA representative behind bars.
FRODEBU Renews Call for Justice on 31st Anniversary of President Ntaryamira’s Assassination
Three decades on, the truth behind the 1994 plane crash that killed Burundi President Cyprien Ntaryamira remains elusive, as FRODEBU urges renewed efforts...
“Men Also Suffer”: Burundian Men’s Rights Group Demands Justice for Male Victims of Abuse
Men in Distress Association warns that many men continue to face injustices from women in households, workplaces, and beyond, calling for gender-equal laws...
RSF Calls for Immediate Release of Sandra Muhoza as Appeal Hearing Is Postponed
Burundian journalist Sandra Muhoza remains behind bars as her appeal, originally scheduled for March 4, is pushed to March 11, fueling concerns over...
Court Delays Rwasa’s Leadership Dispute Case Due to Opponents’ No-Show
Agathon Rwasa accuses his opponents and their supporters of deliberately delaying the process to prevent a resolution.
