Transparency
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.
Civil Society Criticizes “Trial-and-Error” Approach in Burundi’s Mining Sector Following First Mineral Exports
The country's mining sector still lacks vision, transparency, and professionalism, according to PARCEM.
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.
Civil Society Groups Demand Transparency as Government Plans to Recruit Over 2,000 Teachers
Calls for merit-based hiring grow amid concerns over political interference and bias in the upcoming recruitment of around 2,300 teachers nationwide.
PARCEM Calls for Transparency in Tracking Foreign Currency from Diaspora
Push for disclosure of diaspora funds’ impact on economy comes amid presidential criticism over foreign currency bypassing banking system.
Burundi Civil Society and Experts Warn of Escalating Corruption Despite Government Promises
As corruption deepens in the country, President Evariste Ndayishimiye vows to launch a new body to curb bribery.
Press Restrictions Spark Transparency Fears as Burundians Head to the Polls
Civil society group PARCEM warns that limiting media access could jeopardize electoral transparency ahead of Thursday’s vote for parliamentarians and local councils.
