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June 2026 (88)
Prime Minister Assesses Public Infrastructure in Gitega and Muramvya
Prime Minister Nestor Ntahontuye assessed public infrastructure in Gitega and Muramvya, expressing satisfaction with rehabilitated buildings and urging
Gitega Province Forms Electoral Commission for 2027 Elections
Gitega Province has formed its independent provincial electoral commission (Cepi) with eleven members to coordinate preparations for the 2027 presidential
Burundian Military Accused of Protecting Illegal Mining Operations on Expropriated Lands
Burundian military accused of protecting illegal mining operations on expropriated lands, leading to landowner intimidation and lack of compensation.
PSG Clinches Second Straight Champions League Title, Cementing Dynasty Status
Paris Saint-Germain secures its second consecutive Champions League title, defeating Arsenal in a penalty shootout in Budapest to cement its dynasty
Congolese Refugee Conditions Improve at Makombe Transit Center Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Congolese refugee conditions improve at Makombe transit center in Rumonge, Burundi, with fewer malnutrition cases and partner support, though challenges
Burundi Validates Second SDG Report Amidst Progress and Data Gaps
Burundi validates its second SDG report, highlighting progress in sustainable development while acknowledging persistent challenges and data gaps.
Two Killed, Seven Injured in Attacks Blamed on DRC and Burundi Forces
Two people were killed and seven injured in attacks in Ilundu-Basita, South Kivu province, blamed on forces from the Democratic Republic of Congo and
Eid Ghadir Celebrated at Sayyida Zahra Center in Burundi
Eid Ghadir was celebrated at the Sayyida Zahra Center in Burundi, bringing together the local community for this significant Islamic observance.
6th Inter-School Chess Tournament Aims to Boost Student Skills in Burundi
The 6th Inter-School Chess Tournament in Burundi, organized by the Maarif Foundation of Turkey and Fechebu, aims to boost students' concentration and
Burundi and Türkiye Forge "Zero Waste" Partnership for Environmental and Social Progress
Burundi and Türkiye launch a "Zero Waste" partnership to boost environmental and social progress, focusing on concrete development strategies for
CNDD-FDD Mobilizes Community for Road Development on Gishingano Hill
CNDD-FDD mobilized community for road development on Gishingano hill, tracing a new route to Benga to open up the region and support Vision 2040-2060.
President Ndayishimiye Links Faith, Work, and Development at Sacrament Feast
President Evariste Ndayishimiye urged the faithful to combine faith, work, and development during the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament in Murayi.
Kiremba Commune Mobilizes for Hill Chief Office Construction
Kiremba Commune mobilizes its population to build offices for 100 hill chiefs. Residents are manufacturing bricks, with provincial support for roofing.
President Ndayishimiye Joins Community Work, Urges Clergy to Drive National Development
President Ndayishimiye participated in community work in Gitega, urging clergy to drive national development and emphasizing self-reliance for Vision
Burundi Senate Vice-President Returns from Ghana Conference Adopting African Charter on Family Values
Burundi Senate Vice-President Clotilde Kampimbare attended a conference in Ghana adopting the African Charter on Family Values and Sovereignty.
Burundi Marks Patriotism Day, President Urges Leaders to Serve for National Vision
Burundi marked Patriotism Day on June 8, 2026, honoring Pierre Nkurunziza. President Ndayishimiye urged leaders to serve citizens for the national vision.
Burundi President Ndayishimiye Decries Lack of Patriotism Among Officials
Burundi President Ndayishimiye criticizes state officials for lacking patriotism and integrity, urging a return to core values for national development.
Burundian Star Kirikou Akili Recovers After European Tour Health Scare
Burundian star Kirikou Akili has recovered after a health scare during his European tour in France. His promoter confirmed he is doing well.
Suspected Ebola Cases Emerge in Uganda's Nakivale Refugee Camp
Thirteen suspected Ebola cases isolated in Uganda's Nakivale refugee camp, raising fears of an outbreak amid overcrowding and poor hygiene.
Nkurunziza's Legacy: Lingering Questions Six Years On
Six years after Pierre Nkurunziza's death, controversies over his passing and political legacy in Burundi remain, despite official commemorations.
UNICEF Report Notes Burundi's Complex Humanitarian Challenges in Burundi
UNICEF report details Burundi's complex humanitarian challenges, including population movements, regional health risks, and ongoing needs for assistance.
Rumonge Commune Grapples with Alarming School Dropout Rates
Over 3,400 students in Rumonge, Burundi have dropped out this academic year due to poverty, failure, illness, and pregnancy, highlighting a severe
Bombardments in Minembwe Kill Two, Injure Six Amidst Regional Tensions
Bombardments in Minembwe, DRC, killed two and injured six, striking civilian areas including a dwelling and school infrastructure.
Governor Urges Local Authorities to Collaborate with Citizens for Development and Good Governance
Governor Victor Segasago urged local authorities in Butanyerera Province to collaborate with citizens for development and good governance, emphasizing
Sino-Burundian Mission Offers Free Cataract Surgeries Amid Prevention Advice
A Sino-Burundian mission is providing 300 free cataract surgeries in Burundi, alongside advice on prevention through diet and eye protection.
UCCD Trains Butanyerera Leaders on Good Governance
Uccd trained Butanyerera leaders on good governance June 4, 2026, to enhance skills for Burundi's development goals.
Tangara Administration and Partners Convene to Boost Development Collaboration
Tangara administration and development partners met to boost collaboration for improved living conditions and sustainable development in Burundi.
Pierre Nkurunziza's Enduring Legacy in Burundi
Pierre Nkurunziza's legacy in Burundi is marked by free education, free childbirth, free healthcare for children/mothers, community work, and restored
Burundi Reconciliation Commission Engages Pentecostal Church Leaders
Burundi's Reconciliation Commission met Pentecostal Church leaders in Gitega to discuss their role in national healing and resolving past conflicts.
Burundi and UN System Secure $195 Million for 2026 Development Projects, Seek More Funding
Burundi and the UN System have secured $195 million for 2026 development projects, part of a larger $300 million plan.
Iscam Launches Annual Scientific, Cultural, and Sports Week
Iscam launches its annual scientific, cultural, and sports week on June 5, 2026, fostering military spirit, academic rigor, and patriotic devotion.
Burundi's Retirees: Pillars of Memory and Reconciliation
Burundi's retirees are vital for national reconciliation and preserving historical memory, engaging with the Commission Vérité et Réconciliation (CVR) to
Lynching as a Symptom of Justice System Failure
Lynching is a symptom of a broken justice system. Restoring public trust in official justice is the only sustainable way to combat this failure.
Burundi Child Rights Groups Demand Stricter Rules on Student Device Use
Child rights groups in Burundi are demanding stricter rules for student device use, citing concerns over excessive screen time and academic disruption.
Tangerine Prices Soar in Rumonge Amidst Poor Harvest
A poor harvest in Rumonge has caused tangerine prices to more than double, significantly impacting consumers and street vendors in the region.
18 Tonnes of Coffee Seized, Merchant Detained in Burundi Illegal Trade Probe
Police in Mpanda, Burundi, seized 18 tonnes of coffee and detained a merchant as part of an investigation into illegal trade activities in the coffee
Human Rights Defender Claims Setup After Weapons Found at Business
Human rights defender Faustin Ndikumana claims a setup after weapons were found at his Burundi business, leading to employee detentions and closure.
Media Professionals Commit to Environmental Peace Amidst Burundi's Climate Crisis
Media professionals in Burundi commit to environmental peace at a World Environment Day conference, addressing the nation's severe climate crisis and
Morocco Champions Humanitarian Action at Heart of African Policy
Morocco places humanitarian action at the heart of its foreign policy and African cooperation, according to its AU representative Mohamed Arrouchi.
Parcem Director Alleges Plot to Silence Him After Snack-Bar Raid
Parcem director Faustin Ndikumana alleges a plot to silence him after firearms and military effects were seized from his Ngozi snack-bar.
Burundi Merchants Shun Fire Insurance Amidst Rising Market Fires
Burundi merchants face significant financial losses as they largely shun fire insurance, citing low awareness, high costs, and slow claims processes.
Burundi's Political Divide Deepens Ahead of 2027 Elections
Burundi's political parties are dividing ahead of the 2027 election, with factions split on demands for reforms and inclusive dialogue.
Sahwanya Frodebu Party Advocates for Mandatory School Flag Salute
Sahwanya Frodebu party supports Burundi's mandatory school flag salute, calling for its re-establishment to instill national pride and discipline.
Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Awareness Campaign Launched in Butanyerera
Care Burundi launched a menstrual hygiene and reproductive health awareness campaign in Butanyerera, distributing hygiene kits to young girls and women.
Burundi-China Initiative Offers Sight-Restoring Surgeries
Burundi and China partner to provide free cataract surgeries, restoring sight and improving the quality of life for low-income citizens in Burundi.
CVR Seeks Experience of Retired Officials for National Reconciliation
The CVR met retired state officials in Gitega to seek their experience and insights for Burundi's national reconciliation process.
Kayanza Commune's E-Tax Success Boosts Revenue and Development Amidst Challenges
Kayanza commune's e-tax system boosts revenue and development, improving public services despite ongoing collection and transparency challenges.
Prime Minister Addresses Lapses in State Administration Decree-Law Revisions
Prime Minister Nestor Ntahontuye highlighted missed deadlines and shortcomings in decree-law revisions for state administrations APE and EPA.
Parental Involvement Key to Preventing School Dropout, Experts and Parents Affirm
Experts and parents affirm that parental involvement, including family support and dialogue, is crucial in preventing school dropout and ensuring
Truth Commission Meets Anglican Church Leaders on Peace and Reconciliation
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission met Anglican Church leaders in Gitega to discuss teaching peace, forgiveness, and national reconciliation in
Burundi President Meets WFP Envoy and New ICGLR Secretary
Burundi President Evariste Ndayishimiye met with the outgoing WFP envoy and the new ICGLR Secretary at the Presidential Palace in Gitega.
Butanyerera Workshop Promotes Social Protection Code
A workshop in Butanyerera province on June 4, 2026, promoted the social protection code to strengthen local actors and improve community coverage against
PADEPRO Members Urged to Boost National Development Efforts
PADEPRO members in Mukaza commune were urged to boost national development efforts and contribute to Vision Burundi 2040-2060 through community work.
Butanyerera Workshop Promotes Disability Rights and Inclusion
Butanyerera workshop in Burundi promotes disability rights and inclusion by disseminating legal instruments and fostering tangible improvements for
Burundian Diaspora Fuels Basketball Ambitions, Eyes 2032 Olympics
The Burundian diaspora is vital for developing basketball in Burundi, supporting talent, training, and infrastructure, with an eye on the 2032 Olympics.
Poverty Forces Over 3,200 Children Out of School in Rutana
Poverty forces over 3,200 children out of school in Rutana, Burundi due to inability to afford costs. This trend highlights severe economic hardship.
Encouraging Ebola Recoveries in DRC Amidst Regional Alert
Encouraging Ebola recoveries reported in Bunia and Goma, DRC, offering hope amidst regional alert. Progress made in containing the outbreak.
Man Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Burundi Shop
Jean Claude Ndayishimiye was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a shop in Nyanza, Burundi. Authorities are investigating the unexplained death.
Bujumbura Residents Denounce Social Housing "Scam" Amidst Delays and Lost Payments
Bujumbura residents denounce a government social housing project as a "scam" due to prolonged delays, lack of transparency, and lost payments.
Morocco Cancels Football Match Amid Ebola Concerns
Morocco has cancelled a friendly football match between Burundi and Equatorial Guinea in Marrakech due to Ebola virus concerns, impacting international
Congolese Refugees in Burundi Welcome Eased Movement Restrictions
Congolese refugees in Burundi welcome eased movement restrictions, allowing nearly 22,000 people greater freedom to travel within the Giharo zone and
Congolese Nationals Arrested in Burundi Amidst Heightened Regional Security Cooperation
Congolese nationals are being arrested in Burundi and Uvira for critical opinions or suspected rebel links amid enhanced DRC-Burundi security cooperation.
Burundians Face New Hurdles for US Visas Amid Consular Overhaul
Burundians face new administrative and financial hurdles for US visas as consular services in Africa are reorganized, requiring travel to regional
Burundi and DRC Seek Consultants for Waste-to-Energy Feasibility Study
Burundi and DRC seek consultants for a waste-to-energy feasibility study in Imbo region and Ruzizi plain. Deadline June 19, 2026.
Burunga Officials Urge Seed Multipliers for Quality Local Production Amidst Challenges
Burunga officials urge seed multipliers to boost quality local seed production, tackling fraud and foreign imports to improve food security.
Kiganda Commune Cultivates Avocado Future to Boost Incomes
Kiganda Commune is sowing 5,934 avocado pits to cultivate seedlings, aiming to boost household incomes through high-value fruit production in Burundi.
ABL League: Kern Rebounds, Urunani and Dynamo Extend Dominance
Kern rebounded with a 125-72 win in Burundi's ABL League, as Urunani and Dynamo continued their dominance on matchdays 16 and 17.
Burundi National Assembly Approves UAE Double Taxation and Investment Pacts
Burundi's National Assembly approved draft laws for double taxation and investment protection pacts with the United Arab Emirates, aiming to boost
Conseil des Bashingantahe Organizes National Colloquium for Burundi's Vision 2040-2060
Conseil des Bashingantahe holds a national colloquium in Bujumbura to support Burundi's Vision 2040-2060 for integral and sustainable development.
WFP Director Bids Farewell to Burundi's First Lady, Praises Collaboration
WFP Director Jean-Noël Gentile bids farewell to Burundi's First Lady Angeline Ndayishimiye, praising their effective collaboration on education, health
Burundi and China Deepen Ties in Key Sectors
Burundi's Prime Minister Nestor Ntahontuye met Chinese Ambassador Zhu Kewei to deepen bilateral cooperation, focusing on commercial and mining sectors.
Burundi National Exam Kicks Off Amidst Smooth Operations
Burundi's 2026 national exam begins nationwide from June 2-4. Organized by the Ministry of Education, the process is largely smooth with minor delays.
Burundi Faces Menstrual Hygiene Crisis Amidst Soaring Pad Costs
Soaring sanitary pad costs in Burundi are fueling a menstrual hygiene crisis, forcing families to use unhygienic alternatives and impacting dignity.
Minister Announces Urgent Measures for Buterere Landfill Amidst Management Crisis
Burundi's Minister of Infrastructure announces urgent measures to fix management issues at the Buterere landfill, addressing waste accumulation and
Mob Lynches Three Suspects in Burundi After Deadly Armed Robbery
Three suspects in a deadly armed robbery in Gitega, Burundi, were lynched by a mob the day after the crime, which killed one person.
Open Letter Urges Burundi Against Extraditing Congolese Researcher to DRC
An open letter urges Burundi not to extradite Congolese researcher Babunga Benjamin Watuna to the DRC, citing fears of political persecution and human
Burundi's Prime Minister Notes Water Management's Central Role in Development Post-Tajikistan Conference
Burundi's Prime Minister Nestor Ntahontuye stresses water management's central role in national development after attending a conference in Tajikistan.
Lumitel Subscribers Denounce Daily Deductions, Demand Reimbursement
Lumitel subscribers in Burundi denounce daily unauthorized deductions for value-added services and demand immediate cessation and reimbursement of funds.
CNDD-FDD Party Distributes Food Aid to Impoverished in Matongo
The CNDD-FDD party provided food aid to 60 impoverished individuals in Matongo commune, Butanyerera province, offering essential provisions to vulnerable
Muhanga Receives 270 Desks to Alleviate School Shortage
Muhanga receives 270 desks to address a shortage in local schools, aiming to improve teaching quality and student learning conditions.
Environmental Protection Day Notes Shared Responsibility in Waste Management
Environmental Protection Day activities focused on waste management and shared responsibility, including cleaning the Kinyankonge river in Burundi.
Burundi-Florence Partnership Celebrates Decade of Climate Resilience Efforts
Burundi and Florence universities celebrate 10 years of climate resilience efforts, focusing on plant engineering and rainwater harvesting. Future
Saido Berahino Takes Helm as Burundi Attack Coach
Saido Berahino has been appointed as the attack coach for Burundi's national football team. His debut match is scheduled for June 4, 2026.
Kirundo Motorcyclists Protest Discriminatory 8 PM Curfew
Motorcyclists in Kirundo, Burundi, protest a new 8 PM curfew, alleging discriminatory enforcement that exempts those close to the ruling party and impacts
Rutegama Cattle Market Grapples With Severe Water Scarcity, Posing Health and Hygiene Risks
Rutegama cattle market in Gitega, Burundi, faces severe water scarcity, leading to hygiene concerns, health risks, and operational disruptions for traders
ADF Rebels Kill at Least 17 Civilians in Beni Attack
ADF rebels killed at least 17 civilians in coordinated attacks in Beni, Nord-Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Burundi Bolsters Ebola Defenses Amidst Border Concerns
Burundi enhances border surveillance and preparedness measures to prevent the spread of Ebola from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
May 2026 (12)
Rapatriés burundais : des réseaux locaux accusés de bloquer la restitution des terres et d'intimider les exilés
Burundian returnees report intimidation and land restitution blockages by local politico-security networks, hindering their reintegration.
Woman Killed in Makamba; Husband Detained Amid Domestic Violence Allegations
A woman was killed in Makamba, Burundi, in a suspected domestic violence incident. Her husband, Jean Bosco Miburo, has been detained by police.
Congolese National Arrested in Burundi Amidst Regional Tensions
Congolese national Babunga Benjamin Watuna arrested in Burundi's capital Bujumbura on May 27, 2026, for alleged collaboration with M23 rebels.
Burundi's Food Security Threatened by High Prices and Crop Losses Despite Seasonal Gains
Burundi's food security remains stressed due to high prices and crop losses, limiting seasonal harvest gains and household purchasing power.
Burundi Prisons Overcrowded Amidst Illegal Detention Crisis
Burundi's prisons face severe overcrowding due to illegal detentions, with individuals held past acquittal or sentence completion. Parliamentarians seek
A Tribute to Ambroise Niyonsaba: A Statesman Focused on Results
A tribute to Ambroise Niyonsaba highlights his dedication to public service and achieving concrete results, particularly in peace processes like the
Burundi U17 Women Face Ethiopia in World Cup Qualifier Showdown
Burundi's U17 women's football team faces Ethiopia in a crucial World Cup qualifier second leg, needing to overturn a 2-1 deficit to advance.
Burundi Assumes UNSAC Presidency Amidst Regional Security Concerns
Burundi assumes the presidency of UNSAC in Bujumbura, focusing on regional security and conflict prevention in Central Africa.
Burundi's President Hailed for Commitment to African Peace and Security
Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye was praised by UN and AU officials for his strong commitment to peace and security across Africa, including
Burundi's President Receives Ebola Preparedness Report, Pledges AU Action
Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye, as AU Chairperson, received an Ebola preparedness report from Africa CDC chief Dr. Jean Kaseya, pledging
Burundi VP Attends Key African Union Self-Financing and Environmental Meetings in Congo-Brazzaville
Burundi's VP Prosper Bazombanza attended AU self-financing and environmental meetings in Congo-Brazzaville, focusing on financial independence.
Police Fire Warning Shots Amid Eid Celebrations at Burundi Refugee Site
Police fired warning shots at Burundi's Busuma refugee site during Eid al-Adha celebrations on May 27, 2026, amid disputes over meat distribution. No