Political exclusion
Politics
Burundi celebrates 63 Years of Independence Amid Calls for Self-Reliance and Warnings of Democratic Backsliding
Calls for economic self-reliance dominate Independence Day rhetoric, but critics highlight exclusion of opposition and growing hardships.
Human Rights
UN Expert Warns of Entrenched Human Rights Violations in Burundi Decade After 2015 Crisis
Despite claims of peace and political progress from Burundian officials, the UN warns of a closed civic space, manipulated elections, and systemic rights...
Good governance
PARCEM Warns of Rising Impunity and Exclusion Following Ruling Party’s Sweeping Electoral Victory
“With no room left for the opposition, there’s a real risk of legendary exclusion,” says Faustin Ndikumana, chairperson of PARCEM, as the ruling...
