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Iris NewsApril 11, 2023

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission has accused the government of Michel Micombero of orchestrating the coup that led to the tragic death of 24-year-old King Ntare V in a commando camp in Gitega on April 29, 1972. In a press conference held on Monday April 10, 2023, Pierre Claver Ndayicariye, President of the commission, has […]

Iris NewsApril 11, 2023

Burundi has been hit hard by several shocks, including the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and limited foreign exchange availability for imports. This has led to a challenging economic situation with a high cost of living. In order to ease this situation, Burundi has sought help from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the two […]

Iris NewsApril 6, 2023

The Burundi National team has lost 2 places in the monthly FIFA ranking, dropping from 141st place to 145th place after recent international friendly matches against Indonesia. These matches, which took place during the March international break, saw Burundi struggle, with a loss of 3-1 in the first match and a draw of 2-2 in […]

Iris NewsApril 6, 2023

President Ntaryamira is mostly remembered for his inauguration speech. On February 5th, 1994, he declared that discipline would be the top priority of his government. Today, one might ask how well our country has fared in upholding President Ntaryamira’s legacy… When Ntaryamira – 39 years old, back then – was elected by the Burundian Parliament […]

Iris NewsApril 6, 2023

Mukeshimana Aniella, a woman known as ‘Kirungo’ due to her alluring physical looking, has been banned from residing in the Butihinda commune of Muyinga Province. This decision came after several complaints from local women who accused Kirungo of seducing and stealing their husbands. According to a statement by Ndikumasabo Gilbert, Kirungo comes from Karusi Province […]

Iris NewsApril 4, 2023

Bujumbura town has recently been an arena of traffic accidents theatre. Indicators regulating traffic in various roundabouts no longer work except in few corners. As a result, many accidents have occurred, leading citizens to wonder whether there is a frank collaboration between the drivers and the police or none of them knows what should be […]

Iris NewsMarch 7, 2023

Ignorance is undoubtedly the root of all evil. In the fight against climate change, ignorance is expensive as it surely results in the loss of lives. In response to the need to raise awareness and encourage more Burundians to take action towards climate change Bella Edissa Ngabirano, Miss Ngoma 2022, launched an online campaign. People […]

Iris NewsMarch 6, 2023

The 5th Summit of Leaders of the Least Developped Countries is taking place in Doha, Qatar. Among the attendance is Burundi President Evariste Ndayishimiye, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and other leaders of the 46 most deprived countries composing the group of LDCs. Even if no leader of the world’s major economies attended, LDCs […]

Iris NewsFebruary 24, 2023

Since the Gitega Province Governor decided to forbid sales of second-handed computers, phones, and accessories, life has not been easy for the vendors of those items. They request authorities to reconsider the decision. They also make a call to authorities to authorities to take into consideration all aspects of an issue before making a […]

Iris NewsFebruary 2, 2023

The NGO founded in 2019 commits to rescuing Burundian youth from the nightmare of unemployment. The issue of youth employment arises so frequently not just in Burundi but also in other corners of the world. It has gone beyond control in Burundi due to the fact the number of young people has skyrocketed and continues […]

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Truth and Reconciliation Commission Uncovers the Role of Simbananiye and Ugandan Government in King Ndizeye’s Death

Burundi secures $261.7 million in IMF funding to support economic recovery

Burundi National Team Drops to 145th Place in FIFA Ranking After Disappointing Friendly Matches Against Indonesia

Ntaryamira’s Call for Discipline: 29 Years On

The Flavor of Controversy: Seductive Siren ‘Kirungo’ Banned from Community for Allegedly Stealing Multiple Husbands

Road Safety in Burundi : Between Distrust and Ignorance

Bella Edissa Ngabirano, Miss Ngoma 2022, Launches an Awareness Campaign about Climate Change.

In Qatar, Leaders of the Least Developped Countries slams rich countries’ rapacious behavior toward developing nations

Gitega Used Electronics Equipment Vendors: “The night has descended upon us by a notch”

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After Kigali Forum, Burundi NCD Alliance Will Push for Stronger Action on NCDs

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