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Iris NewsMay 8, 2024

African governments coming together to put short-term greed aside by agreeing to eliminate tariffs via the AfCFTA is a commendable step, but the lack of trade infrastructure poses a significant non-tariff barrier. For the CDE Great Lakes, the solution to this barrier lies in the AfCFTA investment protocol. Analysis. The African Development Bank reports that […]

Bienfait CakweriMay 7, 2024

The local diabetics association, APDPD, benefits of a valuable support from the Burundi Non-communicable Diseases Alliance association. The support is aimed to improve diabetes management and provide a better quality of life for people affected by this chronic disease. Friday, May 3, 2024, the Burundi Non-communicable Diseases Alliance organised an information and support session for […]

Bienfait CakweriJanuary 14, 2024

Dr. Alexis Nizigiyimana, a native from Mugamba, a commune in Bururi province in Burundi, and now living in Canada, is a young entrepreneur who has achieved his dream of bringing quality health services back to his native region through the Ubuntu Village of Life. His commitment and determination to improve the living conditions of his […]

Guillaume MuhozaNovember 20, 2023

The campaign season has officially begun. Starting on Sunday, November 19, it will continue until December 19, with the elections scheduled for December 20, 2023. President Tshisekedi, who has been in power for the past five years, wasted no time in setting the tone for the campaign. He was the first candidate to organize a […]

Guillaume MuhozaNovember 15, 2023

A two-day conference was recently organized in Bujumbura by the Association of Repatriated Women of Burundi (AFRABU) in collaboration with the Women’s International Peace Centre (WIPC) and CORDAID. The conference aimed to discuss ways to enhance women’s participation in the elections. The event brought together various stakeholders including parliamentarians, representatives from the Organization of […]

Bienfait CakweriOctober 23, 2023

On October 20th, a conference by the Free Tech Institute was held at the Martha Hotel in Bujumbura, to shed light on the importance and perspectives of digitalization in business and how investing ‘seriously’ in digitalization can catapult Burundi’s development In his opening remarks, Belyï Nobel Kubwayo, the Executive Director of Free Tech, host of […]

Iris NewsOctober 7, 2023

In a hollywoodesque turn of events, Rwandan singer The Ben’s iPhone 14 stolen during a concert in Bujumbura-Burundi, tracked finally in Kigali. As the investigations are still underway, everything seem to point towards Coach Gael, the manager of fellow Rwanda musician Bruce Melodie. A saga that involves Tanzanian star Diamond Platnumz. The situation surrounding The […]

Iris NewsOctober 5, 2023

Experience the ultimate convenience of staying informed with the Iris News Whatsapp channel. Get ready to dive into a world of timely news updates, tailored specifically to cater to your interests in Burundi. Why choose Iris News Whatsapp channel? Privacy at its Best: Unlike traditional WhatsApp groups, your number and name remain discreetly hidden, ensuring […]

Bienfait CakweriSeptember 25, 2023

President Evariste Ndayishimiye’s recent trips to Cuba and USA have sparked discussions about the outcome of his international trips. At his return in Burundi after 14 days abroad, President Ndayishimiye emphasized the importance of these trips in building a stronger presence of Burundi on the global stage. He also addressed rumours of a potential coup. […]

Bienfait CakweriSeptember 21, 2023

Organizations Stand As One and Visit Burundi joined forces to conduct an impactful environmental crisis education program with a specific focus on addressing the pressing issue of climate change in Burundi. The program, which commenced on September 16, 2023, and will conclude on September 21, 2023, aims to engage and educate the youth residing in […]

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