Severe violence in Butanyerera: a citizen between life and death, urgent call for justice
A series of abuses allegedly attributed to Imbonerakure: why does impunity persist? The population demands justice. NIYONZIMA Oswald, a 36-year-old citizen originally from Gitibu hill (Rango zone, Muhanga commune, Butanyerera province), has been the victim of extremely severe violence. He is currently hospitalized at Roi Khaled Hospital in Bujumbura in critical condition. According to consistent […]
Alert: Critical situation of Burundian returnees from Tanzania
Within the framework of the UMUSEKE program, human rights organizations, Ligue Iteka and King Umurundi Freedom, are raising concern about the alarming situation of Burundian returnees expelled from Tanzania. The Nyabitare transit site, designed to host 500 to 600 people, is now severely overcrowded, with more than 1,400 individuals recorded within a few days. Living […]
Death of Corporal HATUNGIMANA Albert following violence at Mabanda camp. We demand justice.
Corporal HATUNGIMANA Albert, a Burundian soldier with service number HR 19568/56182, died on April 27, 2026, as a result of injuries he allegedly sustained at the Mabanda military camp. Originally from Kirehe hill, Kabarore commune, Kayanza province (now Kayanza commune, Butanyerera province), he was serving at the Mabanda Training Center 2, hosted within the Support […]
Alarming Situation of Burundian Refugees in Tanzania: Humanitarian Organizations Warn of Imminent Forced Returns
A coalition of 26 national and international human rights organizations, in a statement dated 23 April 2026, has raised serious concerns over the alarming consequences of the imminent closure of the Nduta refugee camp in Tanzania, which exposes thousands of Burundian refugees to forced returns in violation of the fundamental principle of non-refoulement. Opaque Transfers […]
Launch of preparations for the 2027 presidential election marked by the absence of several political parties
The absence of several political parties was notable during the official ceremony marking the launch of preparations for the presidential election. What are the reasons behind this situation? On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the political capital Gitega, the official ceremony launching the civic and electoral education campaign ahead of the 2027 presidential election was […]
An Unexpected Return to the Judicial Circle
When justice loses credibility, the trust of citizens is shaken — a reality that once again seems to be unfolding in Burundi. “Can a former prosecutor suspended for serious misconduct truly embody justice again?” This is the question many citizens are asking following the recent appointment of Ferdinand BAZIKWANKANA as Deputy Prosecutor General at the […]
Disturbing Death of Minister Gabby Bugaga: Questions Continue to Mount
Gabby Bugaga, Minister in charge of Communication and Media, was found dead in his vehicle on the morning of Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the Palmiers area, co mmonly known as Mu Kivoga, in Bujumbura Province. Accident or Suspicious Death? The death of the minister, who had been in office since August 6, 2025, raises […]
Alert No. 6: Congolese refugees – returns must be guided and protected
Within the framework of the UMUSEKE program, human rights organizations, the Ligue Burundaise des droits de l’homme Iteka and King Umurundi Freedom, continue to monitor the humanitarian situation of Congolese refugees who have fled the crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Our organizations welcome the exchanges between UNHCR, its partners, and refugees at the […]
Disappearance of Burundian Soldier in DRC Mission: Family Calls for Clarification
The family of Burundian soldier BIZIMANA Jean Claude has expressed deep concern over the prolonged lack of information regarding their relative, who has been missing for several months while on deployment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. BIZIMANA Jean Claude, Second Class with service number HR 98049, was born in 2002 on Mugomera hill, […]
Bloody Easter Night in Burundi: Policeman Shoots Young Father in a Bar
A Tragic Night During the Holiday On the night of April 4–5, 2026, corresponding to Easter night, a shocking incident occurred on Kibungere Hill in the Nyabihanga commune, formerly part of Mwaro province and now attached to Gitega province. A man was shot and killed by a police officer in a local bar, sparking strong […]