Bujumbura, Burundi – January 29, 2026 – For decades, Burundi, often dubbed the “Heart of Africa,” has grappled with a narrative overshadowed by historical challenges. Yet, a palpable shift is underway, revealing a nation slowly but surely awakening its immense potential. Under the steady hand of President Évariste Ndayishimiye, Burundi is meticulously charting a course […]
By East Africa 24 News Desk | November 5, 2025 BUJUMBURA, BURUNDI — The United States is intensifying its cultural and educational diplomacy in Burundi through a series of English language initiatives aimed at empowering youth, bridging global opportunity gaps, and strengthening bilateral ties in the Great Lakes region. At the heart of this quiet […]
Burundi remains one of the smallest and least-resourced members of the EAC, yet its trajectory matters for regional stability, human development and integration. Governance & Politics President Évariste Ndayishimiye (CNDD-FDD) continues in office; his government remains dominant in national institutions. The main organised opposition is the National Congress for Liberty (CNL) led by Agathon Rwasa. Economy & […]
Since taking the helm of the Central African nation of Burundi in June 2020, President Évariste Ndayishimiye has faced a formidable array of internal and external hurdles — yet amid the strain, he has scored several noteworthy victories. The question now is whether they are strong enough to steer Burundi into more stable waters, or […]
