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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 […]

Iris NewsJune 11, 2023

Lake Tanganyika, one of Africa’s Great Lakes, has been losing its biodiversity at an alarming rate due to human-induced activities such as unsustainable agriculture and fishing practices, water pollution, and deforestation. Recognizing the need to protect its resources for the economic benefit of the two East African countries, Tanzanian and Burundian officials have agreed to […]

Bienfait CakweriJune 8, 2023

On June 7th, 2023, a new entrepreneurial incubation center in Bujumbura was launched at the CEPRODILIC Hotel by CREOP-Jeunes. The center is aimed at creating a supportive and nurturing environment for young and women entrepreneurs. The event was organized by CREOP-Jeunes in collaboration with Université Lumière de Bujumbura under the theme “Contributing to the education […]

Guillaume MuhozaJune 7, 2023

Gather ’round, folks! Welcome to the wacky world of online comments sections, where the entertainment is free, and the laughs are as abundant as cat videos on the internet! That’s right, we’re diving headfirst into the treasure trove of unfiltered hilarity found just below your average social media post. Picture this: you’re scrolling through Facebook, […]

Iris NewsJune 7, 2023

The Democratic Republic of Congo mourns the loss of ten of its citizens who tragically lost their lives in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, last Sunday. The tragic incident occurred at the campus of the International University of Africa in Khartoum, and according to Foreign Affairs Minister Christophe Lutundula, the Congolese civilians were gunned down by […]

Iris NewsMay 23, 2023

African Rebirth is a Pan- African non-partisan organization that seeks to empower young African leaders. We discussed with Enoch Tumwine, President and founder, about the organization and its goals. Enoch Tumwine is a founder and the president of African Rebirth: a political scientist interested in diplomacy and strategic security. Tell us about the name of […]

Guillaume MuhozaMay 9, 2023

Buja Sans Tabou festival returns with fifth edition on “Memories” theme. However, the event that once unleashed huge crowds of art lovers and other curious people is now taking place without all the old pomp. This event is one of the biggest, if not the biggest, in the art community of Burundi. The edition, […]

Guillaume MuhozaMay 7, 2023

Born out of a deep passion for meat, Arnaud Mugisha dream to create a space where people gather around the grill, share a meal, and connect with one another has become true. In the end of 2021, Mugisha started hosting barbecue events he called the MeatGala in Bujumbura. Now, the MeatGala is expanding beyond its roots […]

Guillaume MuhozaMay 5, 2023

Bujumbura is engaging in a phoenix-like resurrection from the ashes. Since 2023, the Burundi Government has launched a charming initiative aiming to raise the city’s profile and establish a stronger presence on the global stage after years of lethargy and invisibility due to years of civil crisis. It is not so often that Bujumbura, […]