Burundi
Burundi Is 'Going to Hell,' Says US Ambassador to United Nations
As killings escalate in the East African nation, Samantha Power shows how much the world's powers worry that a new Rwanda is just steps away
Armed Men Wage Attacks on Military in Burundi as the World Warns of Civil War Risk
Gunmen carried out attacks on military bases throughout Burundi and gunfire could still be heard in the capital as night fell. The clashes follow a week of violent incidents that have become almost routine in the country.
Gunmen Attack Military Bases in Burundi's Capital
A series of coordinated assaults was launched early on Friday morning, the worst violence since an attempted coup in May, heightening fears the country will slide back into ethnic conflict.
The New 'Extraordinary Threat' to US National Security Is A Landlocked Country in Africa
After months of political unrest, President Barack Obama declared a state of emergency and imposed sanctions on several top officials from both sides of the crisis Burundi.
Violence Spreads in Burundi as Rwanda Warns of Genocide Risks
Just days after the high profile killing of the son of a prominent Burundian human rights activist, Rawanda's President Paul Kagame urged Burundi to avoid reverting to the ethnic violence that engulfed both countries in the 1990s.
Burundi’s President Tells His Citizens to Give Up Their Guns — Or Else
Pierre Nkurnziza said civilians will be arrested and charged under the country’s anti-terrorism law if they don’t hand over their weapons by Saturday.
Burundi TV Cameraman Shot and Killed in Latest Violence in Bujumbura
Tensions have been high in Bujumbura since President Pierre Nkurunziza's disputed reelection in July, with frequent clashes between security forces and residents in anti-Nkurunziza strongholds.
Congo Constitutional Referendum Could Allow the President to Extend His 32-Year Reign
The October 25 referendum opens the door to President Denis Sassou Nguesso serving a third term in office, and has sparked opposition protests in the country.
Thousands of Burundi Refugees to Move Out of Overcrowded Camp in Tanzania Amid Crisis
With the second-largest refugee camp in Africa at a breaking point, the UNHCR has worked with the Tanzanian government to reopen three camps to accommodate a recent surge in refugees.
Burundi Crackdown Continues as Security Officials Arrest 100 Young Men
Security forces apprehended the men out of concern the youths were planning to join a rebel movement — indicating mounting internal fears of possible insurrection and opposition threats.
It’s Been Two Months Since Burundi’s Election and People Keep Getting Assassinated
A string of high-profile homicides has followed the months of unrest that led up to President Pierre Nkurunziza winning a controversial third term in office.
On The Line: Danny Gold Discusses Burundi’s Controversial Presidential Elections
VICE News correspondent Danny Gold joined On The Line to discuss Burundi’s controversial presidential election.