Security
Burundi Appoints New Military Logistics Chief After Deadly Camp Explosion
A leadership shake-up in the army comes amid conflicting explanations over a fatal munitions blast, with the president disputing the initial official account...
Explosions in Bujumbura Leave 13 Dead and Many Injured, Officials Report
Deadly explosions reportedly triggered by a military depot fire leave widespread damage, as authorities rule out an attack and call for calm.
Ordinary Passports Prohibited for Soldiers, Burundian Army Reminds Amid Desertion Concerns
Troops who possess ordinary passports must turn them in to the FDNB General Staff’s Personnel Administration Service by February 10, 2026, under a...
Deleted Post, Presidential Clarification: Burundi Backs Off Criticism of Qatar in DRC Peace Talks
Burundi President Évariste Ndayishimiye praises Qatar’s mediation in DRC after Foreign Minister Édouard Bizimana deletes tweet alleging Doha interfered with U.S. action against...
Rising Reports of Violence at Burundi University Spark Calls for Government Action
Local watchdog OLUCOME presses government to address student safety following reports of politically motivated campus attacks.
Opposition MP Raises Alarm Over Arrests and Disappearances of Pro-Rwasa Supporters
At least 15 pro-Rwasa supporters have been detained without legal grounds, MP Simon Bizimungu warns, as fears of political repression grow ahead of...
Burundi’s President Renews Retaliation Threat as Tensions With Rwanda Escalate
President Evariste Ndayishimiye claims Rwanda is attempting to attack Burundi via the Democratic Republic of Congo, using the Red Tabara rebel group.
Burundi and Rwanda on Path to De-escalation, Says Rwandan Foreign Minister
Rwanda and Burundi show signs of easing tensions, as both countries work toward a mutual understanding and regional peace
