Burundi Unveils New Government with Historic Appointment of First Female Defense Minister
Cabinet trimmed to 13 ministries as Burundi names new leaders, including the country’s first woman to head national defense.
Former PM Gervais Ndirakobuca Elected to Lead Burundi’s Senate
Ndirakobuca’s election, which came as no surprise, marks his transition from Prime Minister to leading the upper house for the 2025–2030 term.
Burundi Weighs Shift to Chinese Yuan for Imports Amid Deepening Foreign Currency Crisis
The move follows years of foreign currency shortages, with authorities betting on mining exports to stabilize the struggling economy.
U.S. Suspends Visas for Burundian Nationals Following Record Overstay Levels
High overstay rates lead to U.S. visa ban on Burundian passport holders, sparking public outcry.
OLUCOME Concerned Over Delay in Forming New Government
Six ministers left their posts for Parliament, leaving permanent secretaries struggling to manage key state functions
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.
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.
Burundi Unveils New Government with Historic Appointment of First Female Defense Minister
Cabinet trimmed to 13 ministries as Burundi names new leaders, including the country’s first woman to head national defense.
Former PM Gervais Ndirakobuca Elected to Lead Burundi’s Senate
Ndirakobuca’s election, which came as no surprise, marks his transition from Prime Minister to leading the upper house for the 2025–2030 term.
OLUCOME Concerned Over Delay in Forming New Government
Six ministers left their posts for Parliament, leaving permanent secretaries struggling to manage key state functions
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.