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Election 2025

CNDD-FDD Set to Dominate Local Councils as Rights Commission Flags Election Concerns

Preliminary results show the ruling CNDD-FDD dominating local councils, as the national human rights commission flags electoral irregularities and calls for tighter oversight.

Human Rights

Martin Blaise Nyaboho Sworn In as Head of Burundi’s Human Rights Commission

The new CNIDH leadership takes office following allegations of corruption and internal conflict.

Politics

Burundi President Says He’s Unaware of Human Rights Chief’s Reported Flight

President Ndayishimiye downplays reports of Sixte Vigny Nimuraba’s flight, as lawmakers expose deep dysfunction and financial irregularities at the national human rights commission.

Politics

Burundi’s Top Human Rights Official Missing Following Explosive Embezzlement Allegations

A confidential letter written by three commissioners to the President of the National Assembly accuses the CNIDH chairman of diverting over BIF 1.1...

Human Rights

Burundi’s Human Rights Commission Retains Top Status Despite Scrutiny

"Maintaining our Grade A status is undeniable proof of CNIDH’s commitment to carrying out its mission of protecting and promoting human rights," says...

Politics

Burundi’s National Assembly President Questions Western Commitment to Human Rights Amid Global Conflicts

"When it comes to human rights, we are ahead of many countries, including those in Europe," said Speaker Gelase Daniel Ndabirabe as the...

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