Politics
Gélase Daniel Ndabirabe Re-Elected as Speaker of Burundi’s Newly Elected National Assembly
Unopposed candidates sweep leadership roles as internal rules spark heated debate in Burundi’s new parliament.
Sahwanya FRODEBU Party Suspends Former Vice President Over Armed Resistance Remarks
Suspension follows Brussels speech in which Frédéric Bamvuginyumvira urged regime change by force, defying party principles.
ALUCHOTO Calls on Newly Elected Officials to Address Human Rights Abuses
Rights group says outgoing lawmakers failed to act amid arbitrary arrests, persecution of journalists, and abuse in detention centers across Burundi.
Experts Raise Alarm Over Economic Regression in Burundi Under President Ndayishimiye
Economists warn that inflation, soaring debt, and collapsing sectors are driving Burundi into deeper economic trouble five years after President Ndayishimiye took office.
Burundi President Threatens to Fire All Judges, Accusing Them of Betrayal
"We can fire all the judges and start over,” says President Ndayishimiye, blaming them for betraying public trust and pledging wide judicial overhaul.
Burundi’s Top Court Upholds June Election Results, Cementing Ruling Party’s Grip
The Constitutional Court's ruling confirms CNDD-FDD’s dominant win in previous communal and legislative elections, endorsing the electoral commission’s position.
Burundi’s President Criticizes CNDD-FDD Members for Prioritizing Party Over Country
President Evariste Ndayishimiye calls out ruling party loyalists for putting political affiliation above service to the nation.
Burundi President Defends Ruling Party’s Landslide Win Amid Fraud Allegations
Calling CNDD-FDD’s sweeping win a sign of 'democratic maturity,' President Ndayishimiye says the vote reflected the will of the people.
