Economic crisis
PARCEM Presses Government for Transparency Over Mineral Revenues
“There is a need to verify how the minerals were evaluated, the market price, and how the company which exported them to China...
Burundian Finance Minister Joins President in Attacks on PARCEM Leader
Minister Alain Ndikumana accuses Faustin Ndikumana of seeking “attention” and online “views” with his repeated critiques of government economic policies.
PARCEM Slams Government Over Threat to Nationalize Gas Stations
Seizing private fuel stations could undermine Burundi’s business climate and deter foreign investors, the group warns.
Government Acknowledges Urgent Need to Improve Civil Servants’ Working Conditions
“We must join forces to prevent risks and ensure that schools remain safe, healthy, and attractive spaces for both teachers and students,” says...
Burundi Launches First Mineral Export, Sparking Hope for Economic Turnaround
Ten containers of Burundian minerals were shipped to China this week as the government seeks new revenue sources to ease foreign currency shortages.
Persistent Power Cuts Leave Bujumbura Residents and Businesses Struggling
Residents and business owners in Burundi’s economic capital are struggling with recurrent power outages that continue to disrupt income-generating activities, despite repeated government...
Internet Crisis Puts Strain on Burundi’s Economy and Daily Life
Internet providers blame power cuts, fuel shortages, and outdated infrastructure for Burundi’s worsening connectivity, leaving researchers, businesses, and newsrooms struggling.
Burundian President’s Remarks on Domestic Workers Spark Public Outcry in Bujumbura
“The highest-paid worker in Burundi is the domestic worker,” says President Ndayishimiye.
