AFC/M23
Burundi and Rwanda Trade Diplomatic Blows Over Banyamulenge Delegation
The latest war of words between Gitega and Kigali underscores a worsening diplomatic rift tied to eastern DR Congo and competing claims over...
Burundi Reopens Border with DRC, Raising Hopes for Trade Recovery
The Gatumba–Kavimvira crossing resumes operations after a two-month closure triggered by security concerns in eastern DR Congo.
Burundi Keeps DRC Border Closed Indefinitely Over Security Threats, Says Foreign Minister
The prolonged closure has disrupted cross-border trade, leaving thousands of traders stranded, as Gitega cites repeated rebel infiltration attempts and instability in eastern...
Deleted Post, Presidential Clarification: Burundi Backs Off Criticism of Qatar in DRC Peace Talks
Burundi President Évariste Ndayishimiye praises Qatar’s mediation in DRC after Foreign Minister Édouard Bizimana deletes tweet alleging Doha interfered with U.S. action against...
Ruling CNDD-FDD Warns of “Other Measures” if U.S.-Brokered DRC–Rwanda Peace Deal Fails
Ruling party Secretary General Révérien Ndikuriyo discusses border security, his resignation as senator, party leadership transition, and Burundi’s military role in eastern DRC...
Burundi’s President Warns of Northern Threat, Urges Heightened Security Vigilance
Burundi is on heightened alert after AFC/M23 rebels briefly seized Uvira in South Kivu, bringing the conflict dangerously close to its borders.
