World Bank Group appoints new Country Manager for Burundi

WCO strengthens the capacity of Burundi Customs to implement AfCFTA Rules of Origin

The Burundi Customs administration hosted a national awareness workshop on the Rules of Origin (RoO) under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement from 20 to 22 May 2025 in Bujumbura. Organized by the World Customs Organization...

Burundi: 63rd anniversary of the republic's independence celebration hosted in Beijing

Burundian Ambassador to China Telesphore Irambona (4th from right)and Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Affairs of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Xue Bing (3rd from right) at the reception in Beijing, on July 1, 2025 Photo:...

Midowga Afrika oo kordhiyay joogitaanka ciidanka Burundi ee Soomaaliya

Addis Ababa – Midowga Afrika ayaa go’aamiyay in ciidanka Burundi ee ku sugan Soomaaliya la sii joogo lix bilood oo dheeraad ah, si loo xoojiyo dadaallada ka dhanka ah kooxda argagixisada ah ee Al-Shabaab iyo taageerida qorshayaasha dhismaha...

African Union extends Burundi troops’ stay in Somalia by six months

Addis Ababa — The African Union has extended the deployment of Burundian troops in Somalia by six months to strengthen efforts against al-Shabaab and support state-building, officials said. The decision was made during a virtual meeting of the...

Burundi : governors appointed, opposition absent, CNDD-FDD reigns supreme

SOS Médias Burundi Gitega, July 3, 2025 – On Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Burundian Senate unanimously approved the appointment of five new governors, all members of the ruling CNDD-FDD party. In the context of new administrative boundaries, which...

AU Criticised for Calling Burundi Election ‘Credible’

A senior Burundian opposition official on Saturday criticised the African Union (AU) for labelling the country’s recent parliamentary elections “credible,” despite widespread accusations of irregularities and voter intimidation. The AU’s Peace and...

Burundi: Hydropower plants to supply 25% of country’s electricity

Burundi has officially inaugurated the Jiji Hydropower Plant, a flagship renewable energy project that is set to transform the country’s energy landscape and accelerate its path toward energy self-sufficiency. The launch ceremony, held in Bururi...

Burundi celebrates 63 years of independence

Ambassador of Malawi H.E Stella Chiripo Ndau, Ambassador of Burundi and High Commissioner of Botswana H.E Dr Sanji Mmasenono Monageng Burundi marked a significant milestone on July 1, 2025, celebrating the 63rd anniversary of its independence from...

World AFP African Union criticised for calling Burundi election 'credible'

A senior opposition official in Burundi on Saturday criticised the African Union for describing the country's election as "credible" despite widespread claims of irregularities and intimidation during the vote. The Peace and Security Council of...

African Union criticised for calling Burundi election 'credible'

A senior opposition official in Burundi on Saturday criticised the African Union for describing the country's election as "credible" despite widespread claims of irregularities and intimidation during the vote. The Peace and Security Council of...

African Union extends Burundi troop presence in Somalia by six months

African Union extends Burundi troop presence in Somalia by six months MOGADISHU, July 5 – The African Union has extended the presence of Burundian troops in Somalia for an additional six months, reversing an earlier plan for their full withdrawal...

West Pokot launches vetting of foreign nationals amid cannibalism probe

The West Pokot County Security Committee has announced commencement of a thorough vetting process for foreign nationals from Burundi, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Wagisu community of Uganda, following chilling revelations...

Burundi : Mukaza Court of Appeal declares its jurisdiction is lacking – Sandra Muhoza remains detained despite the expiry of her conviction

SOS Médias Burundi Bujumbura, July 1, 2025 — SOS Médias Burundi has learned that the Mukaza Court of Appeal, located in the commercial city of Bujumbura, issued its ruling on June 13, declaring it incompetent to try journalist Sandra Muhoza....

Burundi : the new Jiji power plant, a historic leap towards sustainable energy

SOS Médias Burundi Bururi, June 29, 2025 — The President of the Republic of Burundi, Évariste Ndayishimiye, officially inaugurated the Jiji hydroelectric power plant on the river of the same name in Songa district, Bururi province (southern...

Burundi : 63 years of independence, but a democracy under lockdown

SOS Médias Burundi Bujumbura, July 1, 2025 – As Burundi celebrates its 63rd anniversary of independence on July 1, a deep unease is sweeping through the population. Political repression, widespread poverty, closed borders : Burundians denounce a...

“Burundi is in danger” : the pposition in exile denounces an “electoral farce” and calls for mobilization

SOS Médias Burundi Brussels, June 28, 2025 – The political coalition of the Burundian opposition in exile held a press conference on Friday in the capital of the European Union. The event was held to denounce the district and legislative elections...

Burundi: Sandra Muhoza’s prolonged detention must end as court rules it lacks jurisdiction to decide on her case

She should no longer be behind bars. However, Sandra Muhoza’s legal drama continues to the point of absurdity. On 13 June, the Mukaza Court of Appeal, hearing the journalist's case, found it did not have jurisdiction in the case. The grounds for...

Six Killed in Burundi Over Witchcraft Accusations

Six individuals accused of practising witchcraft were killed in Burundi after being attacked by members of a youth group affiliated with the ruling party, according to a local official via AFP The gruesome incident took place on Monday in Gasarara...

Liberia: Pres. Boakai Congratulates Burundi On Its 63th Independence Celebration

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has sent a message of congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Burundi as that country celebrates its Independence. According to a Foreign Ministry release, in...