Politics
Burundi to Expel Illegal Occupants from State-Owned Houses Amid Soaring Rental Costs
The government moves to reclaim public houses as revelations expose a widening gap between rental expenses and public property revenues.
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.
Burundians Living with HIV Face Worsening Medicine Shortages Amid Aid Cuts
Burundians living with HIV are facing mounting difficulties as shortages of essential medicines, particularly the antibiotic Bactrim, spread across the country. The crisis...
Burundi’s Teachers’ Union Criticizes State of Education as New School Year Begins
With too few teachers, scarce textbooks, and overcrowded classes, the new school year starts under difficult conditions for Burundian pupils, according to FENASSEB.
Burundian Opposition Party Slams CNDD-FDD’s 20-Year Rule as “Disastrous”
Two decades of CNDD-FDD have deepened poverty, silenced dissent and hollowed state institutions, according to CNL.
PARCEM Warns of Arusha Accords ‘Collapse’ as Burundi Marks 25 Years Since Historic Peace Deal
Advocacy group says Arusha principles are failing, with declining power-sharing, flawed elections, and worsening economic conditions in Burundi.
OLUCOME Demands Compensation for Losses From Widespread Power Cuts in Burundi
Watchdog says blackouts have caused heavy losses to health services, businesses, and households, and calls on state to offer reparations.
