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Eloge IrakozeSeptember 17, 2023

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In basketball, as in any other field, talent flourishes when it is cultivated from an early age. Recognizing this, the “UMUCO Academy” has taken on the noble mission of teaching and mentoring young basketball enthusiasts from six years old. The academy currently boasts an impressive enrollment of 240 aspiring players, comprising 120 girls and 120 […]

Iris NewsAugust 29, 2023

The Regional Secretariat for Durable Solutions (ReDSS) organized a captivating photo-video exhibition on August 28th, shedding light on the impactful activities carried out by ReDSS member organizations in support of displaced persons. The event served as a testament to the achievements of ReDSS since its establishment in 2020. Unlike traditional humanitarian approaches, ReDSS which is […]

Iris NewsAugust 27, 2023

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In a bold statement made on August 26, 2023, at the Nkurunziza Peace Park Complex Stadium in the southern province of Makamba, President Evariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi emphasized the fundamental right of citizens to rid themselves of unjust leaders. Addressing the Imbonerakure Day event, dedicated to the youth branch of the ruling Cndd-Fdd party, […]

Guillaume MuhozaAugust 8, 2023

In a bid to improve the efficiency and punctuality of teachers and medical workers, the Minister of Interior has issued a clear message urging them to refrain from relying on free rides to commute to their workplaces. In his message, delivered on Saturday August 5, during the ceremonies of the Solidarity Day, the Minister of […]

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 […]

Blog - Page 4 of 15 - IRIS NEWS

UMUCO Academy Nurtures Young Basketball Talent for a Promising Future of the Game in Burundi

Promoting Durable Solutions: ReDSS Exhibition Showcases Success in Burundi

President Ndayishimiye Affirms Citizens’ Right to Remove Oppressive Leaders

Minister of Interior Urges Teachers and Medical Workers to Stop Relying on Free Rides; Threatens Dismissal for Persistent Offenders

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.

In Burundi, a Quiet Reckoning With the Age of AI

EAC Approves $110.8 Million Budget and Redraws the Rules on Who Pays What

Prince Regent Charles Hospital: Neonatal Unit Transformed Thanks to €100,000 Rotary Club's Support

EAC Approves $110.8 Million Budget and Redraws the Rules on Who Pays What

Prince Regent Charles Hospital: Neonatal Unit Transformed Thanks to €100,000 Rotary Club’s Support

Burundi Praised by Africa CDC for Its Strong Mpox Response