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Iris NewsJuly 19, 2023

The summer rush intensifies and Ethiopian Airlines is already under fire as complaints of missing luggage pile up at the Melchior Ndadaye International Airport of Bujumbura. An unprecedented number of passengers, particularly those from the diaspora returning home for the summer, have reported their baggage missing or delayed upon arriving in #Burundi. The influx of […]

Guillaume MuhozaJune 29, 2023

The news emerged yesterday: the basketball teams of both boys and girls sent by the Burundi Basketball Federation – FEBABU – to represent Burundi in the FIBA Africa U16 Qualifiers in Rwanda, have been disqualified for presenting false information about their age. This was discovered, through IRM tests conducted by specialists from FIBA Africa. What […]

Guillaume MuhozaJune 28, 2023

Summary : Canada has sought to bolster its standing as a leading destination for immigrant entrepreneurs by introducing an “innovation stream” that offers attractive benefits to professionals in select tech industries. The announcement was made at the Collision 2023 event held on Tuesday by Sean Fraser, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship. A notable aspect […]

Iris NewsJune 23, 2023

President Ruto’s call for East African countries to use local currencies instead of the dollar has gained support in the East African Parliament (EAC). The use of dollars in trade exchanges across East Africa has been a long-standing issue, and according to EALA MPs, has negatively affected the region’s economies by undermining the fluidity of […]

Bienfait CakweriJune 22, 2023

During the plenary session to review the proposed revisions to the mining code in Burundi, MPs highlighted a significant issue: the country lacks knowledgeable professionals in the field of minerals, leaving it exposed to the looting of its mineral resources. During the session of Monday, June 19, 2023, MP Gilbert Nduwayo highlighted the insufficient expertise […]

Prince MusoreJune 21, 2023

Marina Syvine, 24, is a Burundian writer who has a lot to offer. In this exclusive interview, she invites us to explore her world of literature, activism, and fashion. We get an insight of how she fell in love with words to finally be able to write her first book “Mpore Ku Mutima” (Peace Upon […]

Hernin Guerin IngabireJune 20, 2023

On June 15, 2023, panelists at the French Institute of Burundi discussed ways to overcome the challenges that Burundian artists and creatives face when trying to gain recognition on the global stage. One thing is for sure: the challenges are much greater than you may think. Yish Karamu, a visual artist, is well-acquainted with the […]

Prince MusoreJune 12, 2023

The Prime Minister of Burundi, Lt-Gen Pol. Ndirakobuca_Gervais, held a meeting with stakeholders in the currency exchange sector on June 12, 2023. The meeting was held in response to concerns about the sector’s compliance with rules and regulations set by the Burundi’s Central Bank. During the meeting, several decisions were made to address the issues […]

Iris NewsJune 12, 2023

Since the Central Bank’s decision to cease the use of old banknotes of 5,000 and 10,000 BIF, people are facing difficulties purchasing goods and services as the old banknotes are not being accepted on the market, and the new ones are not readily available. The withdrawal of the old banknotes dated July 04, 2018, has […]

Iris NewsJune 12, 2023

In some areas of Burundi, virginity is still highly prized among women, particularly in rural areas. This perception is deeply ingrained in the culture. This emphasis on virginity is in our eyes a way of perpetuating inequality, as it places undue pressure on young girls to conform to societal expectations, leading to a vicious […]

Blog - Page 3 of 13 - IRIS NEWS

Summer travel turns sour as Ethiopian Airlines luggage troubles mount in Burundi

Sports Age Fraud: A Serious Issue That Needs Immediate Attention

Canada Introduces Immigration Scheme to Attract Tech Professionals

EALA MPs Back President Ruto’s Proposal to Embrace Local Currencies in Trade

Parliament Warns of Mineral Resource Theft in Burundi Due to Lack of Qualified Experts

A Conversation with Burundian Author Marina Syvine: Her Passions, Inspirations, and Aspirations.

Burundian Artists and Creatives Discuss their Struggles to Break through on the Global Scene

Burundi’s Currency Exchange Industry Faces Scrutiny amid Compliance Concerns

Purchasing Problems: Old Banknotes No Longer Accepted, New Ones Hard to Get

The Price of Virginity: Upholding Tradition or Perpetuating Inequality?

Tech Meets Trade: The EAC-NTB App's Set To Reshape East African Trade

Igniting Innovation in Burundi : The Thrills of dSkills@EA National Pitching Day

The AfCFTA Investment Protocol: What Does it Mean for Burundi?

Tech Meets Trade: The EAC-NTB App’s Set To Reshape East African Trade

Igniting Innovation in Burundi : The Thrills of dSkills@EA National Pitching Day

The AfCFTA Investment Protocol: What Does it Mean for Burundi?