Catholic church

Economy

Catholic Bishops Voice Concern Over Worsening Economic and Social Conditions in Burundi

Bishops cite fuel shortages, deteriorating infrastructure, rising living costs, and shortages of essential goods as key challenges facing the country.

ByFrancine IradukundaJune 10, 2026

Election 2025

Religious Leaders Condemn Election Irregularities as Interior Minister Warns Against Disruptive Statements

While faith leaders and opposition parties denounce voting irregularities, the Interior Ministry urges critics to follow legal procedures and threatens action against ‘disruptive...

ByMoïse NdayiragijeJune 13, 2025

Politics

Burundian Catholic Bishops Call for Peace Amid Rising Tensions in Great Lakes Region

Catholic church leaders in Burundi urge dialogue, reconciliation, and humanitarian aid as conflict in eastern DRC fuels regional instability.

ByFrancine IradukundaMarch 23, 2025

Catholic Bishops Voice Concern Over Worsening Economic and Social Conditions in Burundi

Religious Leaders Condemn Election Irregularities as Interior Minister Warns Against Disruptive Statements

Burundian Catholic Bishops Call for Peace Amid Rising Tensions in Great Lakes Region

OLUCOME, PARCEM Call for Investigations Into Rising Market Fires

Opposition, Civil Society Give Mixed-to-Negative Assessment as Ndayishimiye Marks Six Years in Power

SAHWANYA-FRODEBU Rejects Plan to Transfer Ndadaye’s Remains, Calls for National Consensus

Government Eyes Public Sector Pay Raises to Stem Growing Brain Drain