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Opposition Parties Decry Continued Political Intolerance Ahead of Burundi’s Dual Elections

As the campaign season nears its end, opposition voices grow louder over harassment, threats, and disrupted rallies across the country.

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Fear Grips Students at University of Burundi Amid Alleged Violence by Ruling Party Youth

The university administration strongly refutes the allegations, emphasizing that no official complaints have been filed.

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Opposition Decries Political Intolerance in Burundi as 2025 Election Campaign Begins

CNL and other parties say intimidation, unequal media access, and biased electoral staffing threaten democratic process.

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Opposition MP Raises Alarm Over Arrests and Disappearances of Pro-Rwasa Supporters

At least 15 pro-Rwasa supporters have been detained without legal grounds, MP Simon Bizimungu warns, as fears of political repression grow ahead of...

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Burundi-Rwanda Catholic Bishops Call for Border Reopening Amid Diplomatic Strains

Catholic church leaders warn of rising hate speech and incitement to violence as tensions between Gitega and Kigali persist.

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Catholic Bishops in Great Lakes Call for Peace as DRC Conflict Threatens to Spiral into Regional War

Catholic bishops from DRC, Burundi and Rwanda warn that the region is on the brink of total destruction, likening the ongoing wars to...

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Burundi Army Reassures Nation as Regional Conflict Looms

Despite rumors of threats, the Burundian army spokesperson insists security forces are ready and prepared to face any challenges to protect the country...

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Burundi Denies Withdrawal of Troops from Eastern DRC, Calls Reuters Report ‘Fake News’

"Contrary to the statements circulated by Reuters and relayed on other social networks, Burundian soldiers deployed in DR Congo continue to carry out...

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