All Africa (Free subscription) | yesterday
The government and senior health officials have started discussions to end a strike by staff that has crippled health services across the country, sources said.
People Daily (Free subscription) | yesterday
The African Union (AU) on Tuesday condemned attacks on its peacekeepers in Somalia which claimed the life of a Burundian soldier. In a statement issued in Nairobi, Special Representative to the chairperson of the African Union Commission, Nicolas Bwakira, described as shameful the killing of AMISOM soldiers who are on humanitarian peacekeeping mission in Somalia. "The African Union strongly condemns...
i On Global Trends (Free subscription) | yesterday
An independent United Nations human rights expert today voiced his deep concern over the diminishing freedom of expression and association in Burundi, warning that violations of these freedoms imperil the rule of law in the African Great Lakes country. “The Government must restore a calm political climate and take all necessary measures to end the harassment and intimidation of journalists and
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
An independent United Nations human rights expert today voiced his deep concern over the diminishing freedom of expression and association in Burundi, warning that violations of these freedoms imperil the rule of law in the African Great Lakes country.
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
Following the recent peace initiatives in Burundi, the investment climate has become more appealing and this has seen an increase in investment by local entrepreneurs.
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
All roads will lead to Bujumbura Burundi, come December 19, 2008. This is the day, the biggest beauty pageant ever in East Africa will be held. This is the third edition of the Miss East Africa franchise, held by Mr. Rena Callist, a Tanzanian businessman who also owns Rena Events Ltd., a PR and publicity firm. This will be the first time this event is held outside Tanzania and it is being supported...
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
A marathon 'Marathon de la paix' (Peace marathon) is set for December 6, 2008. The purpose of the Marathon is to raise awareness and advocate for peace in Burundi.
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
LT. COL. Gaspard Gasanzwe has assumed leadership of the East and Central Africa Liaison Office (ECALO) secretariat of the military sports body that links the region with their global sports governing body CISM.
Dissensus (Free subscription) | yesterday
if anyone has any news, views about the interconnectedness of the DRC/Burundi/Rwanda etc., the ongoing monstrous tragedy in the area, things to say about something happening in one particular country in the region, or trans-national, it could be posted here. (is this good 'form'? starting a...
All Africa (Free subscription) | 01/12/2008
Engen Petroleum Limited, South Africa's leading in petroleum refinery, is set to obtain Total's downstream operations in three African countries-Guinea Bissau, Rwanda and Burundi.
The Twin Cities Daily Liberal (Free subscription) | 29/11/2008
How would you say our country does on civil rights issues? We’re certainly not the most tolerant country in the world, but do we at least have a strong history of civil rights? Are we moving in the right direction or the wrong direction? I can’t help but wonder if our country is headed in [...] No related posts.
Ex-Gay Watch (Free subscription) | 29/11/2008
-The Australian Senate votes to extend legal recognition to same-sex couples. -Paul Varnell reminds us that we still have much to be thankful for. -The African nation of Burundi outlaws homosexuality. -Religious Right spokespersons explain how they oppose gay rights because they love us. Interestingly, Margie Phelps recently explained that Westboro Church’s activism is also an act of [...]
Breaking the Cycle (Free subscription) | 29/11/2008
It is estimated that 10% of Burundi's Children are Orphans.
Greg Laden's Blog (Free subscription) | 28/11/2008
The lower house in the central African nation of Burundi has passed legislation making homosexuality a federal crime. The legislation, which must first be approved by Burundi's senate, is part of a sweeping reform of the country's legal system that for the first time abolishes the death penalty and creates laws on genocide. The new law also protect women and children from all forms of violence - especially...
All Africa (Free subscription) | 28/11/2008
A weeklong strike by health workers in Burundi has cut services in key hospitals to a bare minimum, with patients complaining of neglect.
