10-02-2014 ■ The inaugural flight of Flydubai to Bujumbura, was welcomed last Tuesday by traditional drummers and dancers.-Yves Didier Irakoze There will be two direct flights a week on Tuesday and Friday. A round- trip ticket Bujumbura-Dubai is currently $399 for economy class and $1100 for business class. Salau, Commercial Director (...)

09-30-2014 ■ After about four months of detention Pierre Claver Mbonimpa, accused of spreading information that can endanger state security, is released by the Tribunal of FIRST instance of Bujumbura on the condition that he does not leave Bujumbura City.-By Lorraine Josiane Manishatse The Tribunal of first instance of Bujumbura has (...)

09-29-2014 ■ The burned remains of the Bujumbura Central Market are still there, almost two years after the fire. The bad smell poses a very serious health risk. The Ministry of Environment, Water and Urbanism plans to remove the waste to a proper place, although it is unclear when.-Diane Uwimana On (...)

09-25-2014 ■ The little green logo of a text balloon with a phone is widely known under young smartphone owners. WhatsApp is a cheap application allowing users to communicate freely.Not everybody is thrilled with this relative newcomer in the land of social media. Company owners complain that it keeps workers from (...)

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 (...)

09-12-2014 ■ Despite the ban on fishing baby fish commonly called “Umugara”, they are sold in some Bujumbura markets and by street sellers. An Interview with: Nzeyimana Léonie, the Director of Fish and Fisheries in the Ministry of Environment.–By Lorraine Josiane Manishatse Despite the ban on fishing baby fish “Umugara”, they (...)

09-10-2014 ■ Thirty-three learners graduated in English training at Candle English Language Center this August 30. The graduates appreciate the project and call on all Burundians to join the English training centers throughout all the country.–J.Berchmans Siboniyo The learners are divided into groups. The adult learners have been learning English for (...)

09-10-2014 ■ Since the catastrophic situation occurred in Gatunguru areas (in Kinama Commune) on 9th February 2014, nothing is done to restore the Gasenyi River. An expert alerts.-By Diane Uwimana Two of the three nozzles leading the Gasenyi River waters are blocked. At the time where the rainy season comes close, (...)

09-09-2014 ■ The first edition of Marathon has been held at Bujumbura this 31th August. It has been supported by two Olympic champions from Kenya. About 600 people have participated among which Congolese, Burundians as well as foreigners living in Burundi.-By Lorraine Josiane Manishatse The first Edition of Bujumbura Marathon held (...)

09-08-2014 ■ Some Burundians use cooking oil only once and others reuse it many times. Nutritionists advice households to use one time only, while restaurants with the right equipment can reuse oil several times.-By Diane Uwimana Isidore Sindabarira, a nutritionist, explains that the risks in reusing cooking oil depend on different (...)