Concern over the disappearance of MANIRAKIZA Jean Marie Vianney following an alleged arrest in Cibitoke
Burundian citizen MANIRAKIZA Jean Marie Vianney, aged 41, is reported to have been arrested and taken to an unknown location by individuals presented as members of the intelligence services. Originally from Muremera Hill, former Giheta commune, Gitega Province, Mr. MANIRAKIZA is married and works as a geologist for BUCECO, located in the former Cibitoke Province. […]
MEDIABOX Case – Ministry of Finance
Developments in the SIGFP-BI Software Procurement Process Have Our Alerts Started to Produce Results? Following the various revelations published by the organization regarding alleged irregularities surrounding the procurement process for the SIGFP-BI software project, financed under the World Bank’s PAFEN Program, several significant developments have reportedly been observed within the Ministry of Public Finance. While […]
Concerning food situation in certain prisons
Inmates in the prisons of Gitega and Ngozi are facing a worrying food situation, marked by insufficient nutrition, particularly following approximately five days without the distribution of beans. According to several testimonies collected from detainees, there are ongoing difficulties in accessing adequate food. Beans, which constitute an essential part of their daily ration, have reportedly […]
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 […]
Part Four — Continued Investigation into Suspected Manipulation of Public Procurement Processes Surrounding the SIGEFP Project Financed by the World Bank
New Questions Regarding the Role of Odelie NDIHO and Irregularities Identified in the Preparation of the SIGEFP Project In this fourth part of its investigation, the organization continues its analysis of the mechanisms that, according to information collected, may have been put in place to facilitate the awarding of the SIGEFP (Integrated Public Financial Management […]
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 […]