09-24-2014 ■ During a plenary session of the European Parliament on 18 September in Strasbourg, the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa, the chairman of Aprodh, was discussed. PARCEM worries about what could happen.-By Diane Uwimana A resolution on the situation of human rights in Burundi was discussed and adopted, with special (...)

09-23-2014 ■ Doctor warns people to pay attention when they use headphones because they cause damage to their health.-By Yves Didier Irakoze According to Dr Léonard Bivahagumye, an Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist, the consequences that occur when someone uses head phones for a long time orabusively depends on the fragility (...)

09-23-2014 ■ During the celebration of the International Day of Peace, this Sunday 21 September, the associations Action for Peace and Development (APD) and Coalition for Peace in Burundi (COPA) indicate that Burundi is facing difficult times. They ask the Burundi Government to ensure peace and security.-By Lorraine Josiane Manishatse According (...)

09-23-2014 ■ The Bashingantahe (wise men) celebrated the day dedicated to intahe (a traditional institution of wise men that resolves conflicts) on Saturday September 20th. They are eager to fight against anyone who is threatening the peace and security of Burundi society and risks the return into crisis.-By J.Berchmans Siboniyo The (...)

09-23-2014 ■ Roller skating can be a fun leisure activity, a competitive sport, or a mode of transportation. While it is practised by numerous young people, the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture doesn’t recognize it.-By Diane Uwimana It seems dangerous and unbelievable. How those young people learn the proper stance (...)

09-22-2014 ■ They had been living in Burundi since 2007, after many years of service in the DRC. Loved and admired, Sr. Bernadette, Olga and Lucia leave many orphans and tears in the community behind them.-By Nadine Sahabo, translated from French by J.BerchmansSiboniyo Sr. Bernadette Boggian. “ Optimistic” When she learned (...)

09-22-2014 ■ Col. Helmenegilde Harimeshi, the police spokesman, announced the arrest of the suspected killer during a press briefing on Tuesday September 9th.-By C.B and E.N translated from French by J.Berchmans Siboniyo Some hours after the murders, the police announce that the killer is caught. Media are called to see the (...)

09-22-2014 ■ The Association of Guides of Burundi (AGB)stresses the education of female members of AGB, so they can become the future leaders of Burundi. The association is satisfied with the improvements made so far.-By Yves Didier Irakoze “One of the missions of AGB is to raise girls to be leaders (...)

09-19-2014 ■ The Ministers of Energy from Burundi, Rwanda and Tanzania held a meeting in Bujumbura on 10th September to discuss the implementation of the hydroelectric power development project. The Project of building a modern hydroelectric power plant, that will generate 8 megawatt for the three countries, will start in 2015. (...)

09-19-2014 ■ With opportunities and challenges, the National Network of Youth Living with HIV/Aids (RNJ+) celebrates its ten year anniversary. It’s a time to look back at achievements and lessons learned, but mostly, as Cédric nininahazwe says, a time to look forward and make new plans to involve the youth in (...)