Governance
Civil Society Challenges Government Ban on Phones at Work
The controversial decision was announced by President Évariste Ndayishimiye after a CNDD-FDD congress in Gitega, where he was named the party’s candidate for...
Burundi Standards Agency Denies Corruption Allegations Amid Health Concerns Over Local Drinks
The denial follows accusations by lawmakers and rising concern among residents over the health and social impact of unregulated local alcohol.
Burundi’s Land Title Reform Faces Backlash Over Tight Deadline and System Failures
Critics warn the move could lead to loss of property rights amid longstanding issues of fraud, missing documents, and administrative delays.
PARCEM Warns Rising Inequality and Lack of Transparency Undermine Social Justice in Burundi
“When wealth remains concentrated in the hands of a few while the majority struggle, the consequences are visible in unemployment, migration and growing...
Burundi Government Pledges Sharp Reduction in Corruption by 2030
A cabinet-endorsed anti-corruption strategy aims to guide all stakeholders amid growing scrutiny over widespread corruption and calls from civil society for action beyond...
Burundi Losing BIF 1.6 Trillion Annually Due to Tax Machine Non-Compliance, Says Finance Minister
Despite distributing thousands of billing machines, the government warns most businesses still underreport sales or avoid invoicing altogether.
Five Years On, Questions Persist Over Patriotism in Burundi
Critics say political disagreements are often mistaken for a lack of patriotism, complicating national unity as Burundi marks five years of Patriotism Day.
Interior Minister Pushes Back Against Criticism Over State Resource Use in Campaigns
With election campaigns underway, officials face backlash for using state resources — a move the Interior Minister insists is lawful and justified.
