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Human Rights

Burundian Civil Society Groups Urge African Union to Act Against Xenophobia

The appeal follows a crackdown on small-scale foreign traders in Kenya that affected mostly Burundian nationals and was followed by reports of violence,...

Energy

No Water, No Power: Burundi Cities Struggle With Basic Services

Frequent electricity outages and limited access to drinking water are disrupting livelihoods across several Burundian cities, forcing residents to pay more for water...

Security

Bujumbura Authorities Warn of Security Threats Along Borders With Rwanda and DR Congo

The warning comes as Burundi faces renewed concerns over border security, with provincial officials pointing to alleged territorial encroachments, reported military activity near...

Politics

Hundreds of Burundians Turn to Embassy for Way Home as Kenya’s Foreign-Trader Crackdown Takes Effect

Affected Burundian traders turn to their embassy for assistance as Kenya begins enforcing President William Ruto’s directive.

Health

Burundi Lawmakers Question CAMEBU Management Amid Medicine Shortages

A recent Court of Auditors audit found financial management shortcomings at the country’s medicines procurement agency, prompting MPs to demand answers over persistent...

Politics

Burundi Threatens Expulsion of Foreigners Without Residence Cards After September Deadline

The warning comes as Burundi tightens enforcement of a requirement for all foreign nationals residing in the country to carry a dedicated identity...

Economy

Burundi Trade Unions Warn of Worsening Economic Crisis Amid Fuel Shortage and Market Fires

COSYBU and CSB urge authorities and other stakeholders to take coordinated action to address the fuel supply crisis and recurring commercial fires, which...

Justice

ALUCHOTO Denounces Lack of Results in Investigations Into Market Fires

The group questions why investigations into recurring market fires rarely produce public answers, calling the disasters a “war” against citizens' livelihoods.

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