Burundi News News Burundi » Economy: Burundi economy on brink as borders close
Since January 2024, Burundi has been experiencing a slow-moving yet profound economic crisis, born from a cascade of political decisions that have transformed this landlocked Great Lakes nation into ...
News Burundi » Economy: Little hope ahead of polls as Burundi economy hit by virus
Five years of political crisis have battered Burundi’s economy, and there is little hope of a turnaround ahead of elections next week, as feeble signs of recovery have been dashed by the coronavirus ...
News Burundi » Economy: IMF's $271 million support to help rebuild Burundi's economy after years of political unrest
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board approved a 38-month agreement under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Burundi with access to 130% of the quota, equivalent to SDR 200.2 ...
News Burundi » Economy: Burundi’s economy on the brink as violent unrest persists
ABUGARAMA, Burundi (AP) — At an intersection in this small farmers' town nestled in the misty mountains surrounding the Burundi capital, traders jostle to sell vegetables to passing motorists.
News Burundi » Economy: Improving Burundi’s Business Climate to Boost Economic Growth
Improving Burundi’s Business Climate to Boost Economic Growth WASHINGTON, December 1, 2023 — A new World Bank-financed project aims to facilitate access to financing for micro, small and medium-sized ...