Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Government of Burundi Updated COVID-19 Prevention Measures The Government of Burundi announced the following updated COVID-19 prevention measures, effective immediately: All land and water borders are closed except for the movement of goods. All travelers arriving at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport will be subject to a mandatory quarantine of seven calendar days at ... Read More»
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi Major Event Alert – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura – Burundi
Location: Throughout Bujumbura, including areas near the University of Burundi and the entire downtown area. Event: A demonstration is planned from 7:00 am – 10:00 am. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstrations. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Monitor local media for updates. Keep a low ... Read More»
Burundi – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Burundi due to COVID-19, crime, health, and political violence. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Burundi due to COVID-19. Burundi has resumed most transportation options (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations (including day cares and schools). Other improved conditions have ... Read More»
It’s Not Too Late to Register and Request an Absentee Ballot
Absentee ballots will be on their way in less than a month, but it’s not too late to register and request yours. The deadline to get registered and request your ballot for November 3 using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) depends on your state of residency. Here are a few ways to get prepared: ... Read More»
Special flight planned for 4 September
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flights planned for Friday, September 4 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Friday, September 4 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). SatGuru is still awaiting final confirmation by the Government of Burundi. Please note that the U.S. Embassy ... Read More»
Special Flights on August 14 and 26
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flights planned for Friday, August 14 and Wednesday, August 26 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Friday, August 14 and Wednesday, August 26 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). SatGuru is still awaiting final confirmation by the ... Read More»
BURUNDI – Level 4 Do Not Travel C H O
Do not travel to Burundi due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Burundi due to crime, health, and political violence Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Burundi due to COVID-19. Travelers to Burundi may experience border closures, airport closures, travel prohibitions, stay ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting Message
In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. To make ... Read More»
Special Flight for August 8
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flight planned for Saturday, August 8 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru leaving Bujumbura on Saturday, August 8 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). Please note that the U.S. Embassy is not involved in arranging this flight, and does not have details ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flight planned for Thursday, July 16 or Friday, July 17 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Thursday, July 16 or Friday, July 17 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). SatGuru is still awaiting final confirmation by ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Special commercial flight planned for Saturday, July 11
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flight planned for Saturday, July 11 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Saturday, July 11 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). SatGuru is still awaiting final confirmation by the Government of Burundi. Please note that the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Special commercial flight planned for Thursday, June 25
Message for U.S. Citizens Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special commercial flight planned for Thursday, June 25 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Thursday, June 25 and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). This flight is not confirmed, and SatGuru is waiting for the ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Special commercial flight planned for Saturday
The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru potentially leaving Bujumbura on Saturday, 13 June, and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). This flight is not confirmed, and SatGuru is waiting for the final confirmation from Government of Burundi for clearance. Once confirmed, SatGuru will publish ticket and ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Reservations for Rwandair special commercial flight planned for Saturday, May 30 SatGuru is now accepting refundable reservations ($1000, to be used toward the fare price) for the Rwandair 948 flight to Addis Ababa leaving Saturday, May 30. Make reservations with SatGuru directly using: Sales.bjm1@satgurutravel.com or Sales.bjm3@satgurutravel.com The updated flight details are: Carrier Rwanda Airways ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Rwandair special commercial flight planned for Saturday, May 30 The U.S. Embassy has learned a tentative special commercial flight is being arranged by SatGuru and operated by Rwandair, potentially leaving Bujumbura on Saturday, 30 May, and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). This flight is not confirmed, and SatGuru is waiting for ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Cancellation of Ethiopian special commercial flight planned for Saturday, May 23 The U.S. Embassy has learned of the cancellation of the special commercial flight that was being arranged by SatGuru and operated by Ethiopian Airlines, scheduled to leave Bujumbura on Saturday, 23 May, and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). Please note ... Read More»
Security Alert -U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: The Burundi presidential elections are scheduled to take place May 20. Over the past two weeks, the Regional Security Office has noted an increase of violence involving grenade attacks within Bujumbura Mairie. Specifically, two separate local bars were targeted with grenade attacks, resulting in fatalities and injuries. As a precaution, the Regional ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Postponement of Ethiopian special commercial flight planned for 15 May SatGuru has shared that the special commercial flight it was organizing with Ethiopian Airlines was postponed until further notice. This flight was set to leave Bujumbura on or around 15 May to travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). The U.S. Embassy was ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Ethiopian special commercial flight planned for 15 May We have learned of a tentative special commercial flight to be arranged by SatGuru and operated by Ethiopian Airlines, leaving Bujumbura on or around 15 May and traveling to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (ADD). The U.S. Embassy is not directly involved in arranging this ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Security considerations regarding the beginning of Burundi election period and end of special repatriation flights A U.S. Government-organized special humanitarian departed Bujumbura on Tuesday, April 21. The U.S. Embassy is not planning any further special humanitarian flights at this time. It is unclear when Burundi’s international airport will resume normal operations for commercial flights. ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Bookings complete for special U.S. Government humanitarian flight departure on April 21 The U.S. Government-organized special humanitarian flight is now scheduled to depart from Bujumbura on Tuesday, April 21. Travelers with confirmed bookings on this flight will soon receive additional details separately, via email. Cost of the flight expected to be approximately $1900 per adult, $1500 per child 2-12, ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special U.S. Government humanitarian flight departure changed to April 21 The U.S. Government-organized special humanitarian flight is now scheduled to depart from Bujumbura at 6:45 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21. Cost of the flight expected to be approximately $1900 per adult, $1500 per child 2-12, and $200 per infant under two years of age. Please note that we anticipate high demand for this flight. The U.S. Government cannot predict when another ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Special U.S. Government humanitarian flight departure changed to April 20 The U.S. Government-organized special humanitarian flight is now scheduled to depart from Bujumbura on Monday, April 20. Cost of the flight expected to be approximately $1900 per adult, $1500 per child 2-12, and $200 per infant under two years of age. Please note that we ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Reservations available for April 21 U.S. Government flight
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Reservations available for April 21 U.S. Government flight DS-5528 Evacuee Manifest and Promissory Note (PDF 103 KB) The U.S. Government-organized special humanitarian flight is now scheduled to depart from Bujumbura on Tuesday, April 21. Cost of the flight expected to be approximately $1900 per adult. Please note that we anticipate high demand for this flight. The U.S. Government cannot predict when ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Landscape of remaining special flights
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Landscape of remaining special flights Please note that the ticketing deadline for the April 18 Japanese-organized Rwandair Express special commercial flight detailed here and here passed on Sunday, April 12. For those of you who may have already been in touch about this flight but not yet committed, or have not yet been in ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: SatGuru contact information for special commercial Ethiopian flight on Wednesday, April 15 The travel agency SatGuru will be handling all reservations for the special commercial Ethiopian flight in conjunction with the Embassy of Italy leaving Bujumbura on Wednesday, April 15 previously announced under “additional flight options” here . The flight is scheduled to ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: April 12 deadline and contact information for bookings of special commercial flight by Embassy of Japan leaving on Saturday, April 18 The U.S. Embassy has learned that the Embassy of Japan is arranging a special commercial flight on Saturday, April 18, that will depart Bujumbura for Addis Ababa via Kigali and Entebbe. ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Airport closure extended on April 4 for 14 additional days On Saturday, April 4, the Ministry of Transport, Public Works, Equipment and Homeland Planning announced an additional 14-day extension of the suspension on all international commercial flights departing or arriving from the Melchior Ndadaye International Airport that began on March 22, 2020 ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Cancellation of Monday April 6 special Ethiopian Airlines flight We regret to inform you that Ethiopian Airlines has canceled the special commercial flight scheduled for April 6. This is not due to a lack of passenger interest, or due to any problems with landing permissions in Bujumbura. We are continuing to explore ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Updated contact information for Ethiopian Airlines flight on Monday, April 6 Ethiopian Airlines is scheduling a special commercial flight departing on Monday, April 6 from Bujumbura to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Bole International Airport/ADD), with a connection available to Washington, D.C. (Dulles International Airport/IAD). From Dulles International Airport, additional connections to other major U.S. ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi (April 3, 2020) Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Ethiopian Airlines Flight Monday, April 6 Ethiopian Airlines is scheduling a special commercial flight departing on Monday, April 6 from Bujumbura to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Bole International Airport/ADD), with a connection available to Washington, D.C. (Dulles International Airport/IAD). From Dulles International ... Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: Ethiopian Airlines Flight Monday, April 6 Ethiopian Airlines is scheduling a special commercial flight departing on Monday, April 6 from Bujumbura to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Bole International Airport/ADD), with a connection available to Washington, D.C. (Dulles International Airport/IAD). From Dulles International Airport, additional connections to other major U.S. airports may be available ... Read More»
Special Flights Health Alert
Location: Burundi Event: There are two confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Burundi. Registering Interest in Future Flight On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. ... Read More»
Health Alert
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: On Wednesday, March 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 Global COVID-19 Outbreak Notice . On Saturday, March 14, the Department of State authorized , from any diplomatic or consular post in the world, the departure of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome ... Read More»
Health Alert
Note: This information will continue to be sent regularly for the benefit of new registrants in STEP. We will be sure to highlight any new information from previous emails. Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event:On Wednesday, March 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 Global COVID-19 Outbreak Notice . On Saturday, March 14, the Department of State authorized , from any ... Read More»
COVID-19 Information
COVID-19 Information Last updated: 1/9/21 Country-Specific Information: The situation in Burundi with regard to COVID-19 has remained relatively stable throughout the pandemic as compared with other countries in the region. Social distancing and masks are encouraged but not enforced by law and large gatherings can be seen particularly with family, religious and cultural events. There ... Read More»
Health Alert
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: On Wednesday, March 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 Global COVID-19 Outbreak Notice . On Saturday, March 14, the Department of State authorized , from any diplomatic or consular post in the world, the departure of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome ... Read More»
Health Alert
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: On Wednesday, March 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 Global COVID-19 Outbreak Notice . On Saturday, March 14, the Department of State authorized , from any diplomatic or consular post in the world, the departure of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome ... Read More»
Health Alert
Location: Bujumbura, Burundi Event: There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Burundi. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19 from any diplomatic or consular post in the world. On Saturday, March 21, ... Read More»
Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel
March 15, 2020 The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to reconsider travel abroad due to the global impact of COVID-19. Many areas throughout the world are now experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and taking action that may limit traveler mobility, including quarantines and border restrictions. Even countries, jurisdictions, or areas where cases have not been reported ... Read More»
Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Reduction in Routine Consular Services
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Reduction in Routine Consular Services March 14, 2020 The Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens living in or traveling to Burundi that owing to a staffing shortage, we will be unable to provide routine consular services for the foreseeable future. Emergency services to U.S. citizens will ... Read More»
Travel Advisory – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura
Security Alert
Location: Burundi, countrywide Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay ... Read More»
Security Alert
Location: Bubanza and Cibitoke Provinces, and Kibira National Park Event: Due to reports of violence in and around the Kibira National Park, U.S. embassy personnel are no longer permitted to travel to or through the provinces of Bubanza and Cibitoke, or within the Kibira National Park, including the park’s southernmost part in Muramvya province. Embassy ... Read More»
Routine Message
Location: Bujumbura Event: Earlier today the Major of Bujumbura issued an announcement via national radio and television that all bars are to close at 9:00 p.m. This early closure may remain in effect for the foreseeable future. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi During business hours: +257 22 20 7000 After hours: +257 22 20 7318 ... Read More»
AMENDMENT #2 TO GIR’ITEKA (Be Respected) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Burundi (USAID/Burundi) is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Award (FAA), from eligible and qualified entities to implement GIR’ITEKA (Be Respected), a Gender Based Violence (GBV) Health Activity in Burundi. Please find amendment #2 to this Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) here . Read More»
Amendment #1 to GIR’ITEKA (Be Respected) Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Burundi (USAID/Burundi) is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Award (FAA), from eligible and qualified entities to implement GIR’ITEKA (Be Respected), a Gender Based Violence (GBV) Health Activity in Burundi. Please find amendment #1 to this Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) here . Read More»
Security Alert
Location: Near Kibira National Park forest in Bubanza province Event: Over the past two days there have been press reports of an armed clash that occurred on October 22 in and/or near Kibira National Park forest in Bubanza province that resulted in injuries and deaths. The U.S. Embassy has no information about any specific threat related ... Read More»
USAID BURUNDI Notice of Funding Opportunity 720-695-19-RFA-00001
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Burundi (USAID/Burundi) is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Award (FAA), from eligible and qualified entities to implement GIR’ITEKA (Be Respected), a Gender Based Violence (GBV) Health Activity in Burundi. Please find the Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) here . Read More»
Amendment No.2 to WIYIZIRE (Come here we will comfort you) Health Activity of USAID/Burundi NOFO Number 72069519RFA00002
Amendment No.2 to WIYIZIRE (Come here we will comfort you) Health Activity of USAID/Burundi NOFO Number 72069519RFA00002 Amendment 2 (PDF 1 MB) Amendment No.2 à l’avis d’opportunité de Financement de l’activité de santé WIYIZIRE (Venez ici nous allons vous soutenir) Numero 72069519RFA00002 de l’USAID/Burundi Amendment 2 (French) (PDF 1 MB) Read More»
2018 REPORT ON FREEDOM OF RELIGION IN THE WORLD – BURUNDI (in French)
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi August 14, 2019
Location: Bujumbura, from the CNDD-FDD headquarters to Place de l ’Indépendance Event: A planned march will be held in downtown Bujumbura on Saturday, August 17 in celebration of Imbonerakure Day. The march is expected to start around 9:00 a.m. at the CNDD-FDD headquarters off of Route-1 and end at Place de l’Indépendance at approximately noon. The ... Read More»
Routine message – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura – Burundi August 09, 2019
Location: Burundi Event: This message is in follow-up to the information session on the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) held at the U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura on July 12, 2019. The Embassy continues to monitor the EVD outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). To date, there have been no cases reported in Burundi or ... Read More»
USAID/Burundi lance un appel d’offre d’une Subvention à Montant Fixe (FAA) pour la mise en oeuvre du programme de santé WIYIZIRE pour les OEV
L’Agence des États-Unis pour le Développement International (USAID) au Burundi (USAID/Burundi) lance un appel d’offre d’une Subvention à Montant Fixe (FAA) auprès des organisations éligibles et qualifiées pour la mise en oeuvre du programme de santé WIYIZIRE (Venez ici, nous allons vous soutenir) destiné aux Orphelins et Enfants Vulnérables (OEV) au Burundi. Pour toute partie ... Read More»
The USAID/Burundi is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Award (FAA) to implement WIYIZIRE OVC program
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Burundi (USAID/Burundi) is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Award (FAA), from eligible and qualified entities to implement WIYIZIRE (Come here, we will support you), an Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Health program in Burundi: WIYIZIRE OVC NOFO (PDF 1 MB) NOFO Amendment 1 (PDF 196 KB) Annex A. ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS (PDF 232 KB) ANNEX B. WIYIZIRE Budget Template ( XLS ... Read More»
Burundi – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Burundi – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Reconsider travel to Burundi due to crime and political violence. Violent crimes, such as grenade attacks and armed robbery, occur regularly. Though westerners are unlikely to be specifically targeted, the risk of being in the wrong place at the wrong time is high. Local police lack the resources and ... Read More»
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi – Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting on April 27, 2019
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting on April 27, 2019 April 19, 2019 U.S. citizens, their spouses, and children are invited to a Town Hall Meeting for the U.S. citizen community on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence (Number 28, Boulevard ... Read More»
USAID/Burundi Industry day
USAID/Burundi invite les organisations Burundaises locales à une journée porte ouverte à Bujumbura le 4 Avril, 2019. Les participants bénéficieront d’une meilleure compréhension des programmes de l’USAID au Burundi et les pratiques et exigences requises pour travailler en partenariat avec l’USAID. L’USAID compte aussi mieux comprendre les différents types d’organisations locales opérant actuellement au Burundi. ... Read More»
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting on April 27, 2019
United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting on April 27, 2019 April 19, 2019 U.S. citizens, their spouses, and children are invited to a Town Hall Meeting for the U.S. citizen community on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence (Number ... Read More»
CELEBRATION OF THE 242nd ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA REMARKS BY AMBASSADOR ANNE CASPER
CELEBRATION OF THE 242nd ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA REMARKS BY AMBASSADOR ANNE CASPER (As Prepared for Delivery) 4 JULY 2018 On behalf of all my U.S. Embassy colleagues, thank you for honoring us with your presence this evening. It is wonderful to be here with all of ... Read More»
Major Event Alert – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura – Burundi
June 28, 2018 Location: Bujumbura Marie: Boulevard du 28 Novembre and downtown Event: The Government of Burundi is planning celebratory events in Bujumbura on July 2, which will likely be declared a national holiday. The exact details of the celebration activities have yet to be announced, but the Embassy expects a large parade to take ... Read More»
Burundi President Nkurunziza Intends To Leave Office in 2020
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 12, 2018 The United States welcomes President Nkurunziza’s recent announcement that he does not intend to seek a fourth term, reaffirming the promise he made to the Burundian people in 2015. His decision to step down of his own accord would be a strong step forward ... Read More»
Major Event Alert – U.S. Embassy Bujumbura – Burundi
May 16, 2018 Location: Throughout Burundi. Event: Burundi will hold a referendum on May 17, 2018, to consider constitutional amendments proposed by the Government of Burundi. Widespread violence and/or unrest is not currently anticipated during the referendum period, but gatherings in support of and against the referendum and its results may occur. Actions to Take: ... Read More»
Alert for U.S. Citizens: Peaceful Protests Planned for Saturday, March 17
Peaceful marches are being planned for this Saturday, March 17, in Bujumbura and most communes throughout Burundi. Most events will be held in the morning hours and are anticipated to be finished by early afternoon; however, there may be several separate but related events taking place all day. These events may cause traffic congestion and ... Read More»
Imirwi itandukanye y’abarundi ishigikirwa mw’iterambere na Reta zunze Ubumwe za Amerika biciye ku mashirahamwe
The United States Embassy in Bujumbura is partnering with ASSEJEBA (Association Espoir des Jeunes Batwa) to help 800 members of Batwa community to receive identification kits so that they can enjoy all rights of citizenships. During her trip to Kayanza, January 29-30, Ambassador Casper visited Batwa community and also met with participants in Counterpart International ... Read More»
Ibimenyeshejwe bishasha bijanye n’ ihiganwa rya Visa y’umwaka 2019 muri Leta z’Unze ubumwe z’America (DV2019)
ITANGAZO Kuwa 25 Gitugutu 2017 Ibimenyeshejwe bishasha bijanye n’ ihiganwa rya Visa y’umwaka 2019 muri Leta z’Unze ubumwe z’America (DV2019) ( PDF 249KB) Igihe co kwiyandikisha mw’ihiganwa rya Visa DV-2019 yo muri Leta z’Unze Ubumwe z’America cari catanguye kuva itariki 3 Gitugutu carugawe kumvo z’ingorane z’ubuhinga ariko ubu zikaba zaratorewe umuti. Abari bariyandikishije hagati yitariki 3 ... Read More»
Mise à jour importante relative au Programme de Visa de Diversité 2019 (DV-2019)
COMMUNIQUE DE PRESSE Le 25 Octobre 2017 Mise à jour importante relative au Programme de Visa de Diversité 2019 (DV-2019) ( Le document PDF 338KB) La période d’inscription au Programme DV-2019 qui avait débutée le 3 octobre a été fermée en raison d’un problème technique qui est maintenant résolu. Toutes les inscriptions faites entre le 3 et le ... Read More»
Important update for those interested in the Diversity Visa Lottery Program (DV-2019)
PRESS RELEASE October 25, 2017 Important update for those interested in the Diversity Visa Lottery Program (DV-2019) ( PDF 334 KB) The Diversity Visa Lottery Program 2019 (DV-2019) entry period that began on October 3 was closed due to a technical issue that has now been resolved. As a result of ... Read More»
Solicitation: Supplies
The American Embassy in Bujumbura – Burundi would like to purchase the items in the below list to be delivered to the USDA or to Bujumbura – Burundi Embassy (Bujumbura airport) per your choice. Please provide your best quote shipping cost included to USDA or to Bujumbura. USDA Address: Ikun, LLC – Bujumbura 2801 ... Read More»
Solicitation: Office Supplies
The American Embassy in Bujumbura – Burundi would like to purchase toner cartridges in the below list to be shipped to the USDA. Please provide your best quote shipping cost included to USDA address: Ikun, LLC – Bujumbura 2801 Route 130 Unit 1 North Brunswick, NJ 08902 20 TONER CARTRIDGE HP553 BLK360A 15 TONER CARTRIDGE ... Read More»
U.S. Agency for International Development Announces Completion of Successful Projects to Ensure Supplies of Essential Medicines (September 22, 2016)
September 22, 2016 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced the successful completion of two five-year projects aimed at enhancing the supply of essential medicines for malaria and HIV/AIDS in Burundi. During the Project Closeout event which took place in Bujumbura, USAID Country Representative Victoria Gellis praised the efforts of all partners in strengthening ... Read More»
Condolences on the Death of Hafsa Mossi (July 13, 2016)
July 13, 2016 The Embassy of the United States in Bujumbura sends its condolences to the family of Hafsa Mossi after she was attacked by unknown assailants this morning. We deplore this killing and the violence that has beset Burundi for the past year. The Embassy urges all parties to pursue peaceful dialogue to resolve ... Read More»
Visit of U.S. Special Envoy for the Great Lakes of Africa Thomas Perriello to Bujumbura, Burundi
June 23, 2016 U.S. Special Envoy Thomas Perriello visited Bujumbura, Burundi from June 22-23, 2016 for discussions with the Burundian government, civil society organizations, and representatives from UN and diplomatic missions about the ongoing political and security crisis in the country. The United States continues to strongly support the EAC-sponsored regional dialogue between Burundians, facilitated ... Read More»
Spark the Fire – Final Pitch Competition (June 22, 2016)
Tomorrow at 5:00 PM PT, the Spark the Fire Pitch Competition will take place during GES+, a special day-long program focused on top global youth and women entrepreneurs at the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, hosted at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. Organized by the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Spark the Fire is designed to help ... Read More»
Grant Agreements Signing Ceremony, August 18, 2016 (August 22, 2016)
August 22, 2016 African Development Foundation On August 18 2016, Ambassador Robert Whitehead, Charge d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Burundi, signed grant agreements with five Burundian associations for an amount totaling 44,561 US dollars in partnership with the United States African Development Foundation (ADF) based in Washington D.C. The goal of these annual ... Read More»
Special Envoy Perriello Travel to France, Belgium, Switzerland, DRC, Burundi, and Tanzania (April 12, 2016)
April 12, 2016 Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC U.S. Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region of Africa Thomas Perriello is in the midst of an extended trip that started on April 4, 2016 in Paris, France, and Brussels, Belgium, and includes stops in Geneva, Switzerland; Kinshasa and Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of ... Read More»
Withdrawal of funding for a grant previously awarded to the Burundian NGO Fontaine Isoko (March 3, 2016)
March 3, 2016 The Embassy of the United States of America regretfully announces the withdrawal of funding for a grant previously awarded to the Burundian NGO Fontaine Isoko. The funding opportunity, made available by the Full Participation Fund, was intended to be used for a project seeking the prevention of gender-based violence. Unfortunately, the Ministry ... Read More»
Open Letter to the Editor of www.Burundi-24.com (February 25, 2016)
February 25, 2016 Editorial The Embassy of the United States of America in Bujumbura read with interest the article entitled Cibitoke: Une image qui a enterré les dernières illusion des Sindamuja that was published by www.Burundi-24.com on February 21. The Embassy condemns the polemical tone of the article, as well its offensive mischaracterization of statements ... Read More»
United States Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region – Thomas Perriello (February 20, 2016)
February 20, 2016 U.S. Ambassador to Burundi Dawn Liberi and the U.S. Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region Thomas Perriello met with President Nkurunziza, other senior government officials, and representatives of civil society to continue discussions on inclusive political dialogue, open democratic space, and security in Burundi on February 19 – 21. The Government ... Read More»
Press Statement from Special Envoy to the Great Lakes, Thomas Perriello (November 10, 2015)
November 10, 2015 I came to Bujumbura to express grave concerns the United States has over the deteriorating political crisis here in Burundi but also to express our hope that his great country can rediscover a path to peace and shared prosperity. On this trip I have met with government officials, religious leaders, diplomats and ... Read More»
Message from the U.S. Ambassador Dawn Liberi for Human Rights Day (December 10, 2015)
December 10, 2015 On December 10 of each year, we celebrate Human Rights Day and promote respect for the universal rights we share as human beings “born free and equal in dignity and rights.” It commemorates the day in 1948 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We at ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Statement on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (November 4, 2015)
November 4, 2015 In commemoration of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, the U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura would like to congratulate the journalists in Burundi for the important role they play informing the populace, and commend those who courageously do their work at the risk of retaliation and harassment. The reporting ... Read More»
White House Notification on AGOA Program Change to Exclude Burundi (October 30, 2015)
To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with section 506A(a)(3)(B) of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, as amended (AGOA) (19 U.S.C. 2466a(a)(3)(B)), I am providing notification of my intent to terminate the designation of the Republic of Burundi (Burundi) as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country under AGOA. Read More Read More»
United Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region Thomas Perriello
October 16, 2015 The United States reaffirms its commitment to the people of Burundi in creating a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis. The United States calls upon Burundi to commit to inclusive dialogue in good faith to represent all citizens of Burundi in order to return to the 15-year path of economic development and ... Read More»
Condolences on the Death of Christophe Nkezabahizi and Alice Niyonzima
October 15, 2015 The Embassy of the United States in Bujumbura condemns and expresses its shock over the cold-blooded killing of RTNB cameraman Christophe Nkezabahizi and his family on October 13. The United States is deeply saddened by the killing Christophe’s wife, Alice Niyonzima, an employee of a USAID-funded project, who perished in the same ... Read More»
United States Did Not Interfere with Burundian Officials’ Travel (October 7, 2015)
October 7, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura would like to address reports circulating about some Burundian officials being denied onward travel to the United States, due to interference or action by the U.S. government. The U.S. Embassy has not received visa applications from the individuals noted in these reports. All visa applications are reviewed ... Read More»
Advancing the Prospect for Peace in Burundi (September 2, 2015)
Press Statement – John Kirby – Department Spokesperson – Washington, DC – September 2, 2015 Fifteen years ago, the spirit of the Arusha Agreement transformed the landscape of Burundi by enshrining the conviction that the government must represent and serve all Burundians. Today Burundi faces a renewed challenge: to end violence and achieve lasting stability ... Read More»
U.S. Condemns Assassination of Jean Bikomagu and Calls for Renewed Dialogue (August 18, 2015)
August 18, 2015 The United States condemns the murder of retired Colonel Jean Bikomagu in Bujumbura Saturday and continues to urge calm and restraint in the aftermath of this most recent attack. We call for an independent, credible investigation into this and other recent attacks and underscore our commitment to helping seek accountability for individuals ... Read More»
International Envoys Call for Restraint and Urge Resumption of Dialogue in Burundi (August 12, 2015)
Nairobi, 12 August 2015 The ongoing political impasse and instability in Burundi call for restraint, leadership, and vision from all concerned citizens of Burundi to prevent further violence. We condemn the recent attacks and commend those calling for calm. Following months of unrest and the controversial electoral process, the Burundian government can begin to restore ... Read More»
US Condolences to the Government of Burundi
July 2, 2015 The Embassy of the United States expresses its profoundest condolences to the Government of Burundi for the numerous Burundian soldiers serving in the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) who were killed and wounded during the al-Shabaab attack on Forward Operating Base Leego on June 26. Our thoughts and prayers are with ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Observation of Independence Day 2015 (June 30, 2015)
June 30, 2015 On Saturday, July 4th, the United States of America will celebrate its 239th Independence Day. To observe this holiday the Embassy will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. On the Fourth of July, U.S. citizens celebrate the freedoms and democracy they enjoy and honor the patriots who declared their independence from colonial ... Read More»
Burundian Independence Day 2015 (June 30, 2015)
June 30, 2015 On Wednesday, July 1st, Burundi will celebrate its 53rd anniversary of independence. The United States Embassy wishes Burundians a peaceful and joyous celebration and a democratic, prosperous future with freedom for all. The U.S. Embassy will be closed on July 1st, in honor of Burundian Independence Day. Read More»
Update on the University Students at the U.S. Embassy (June 26, 2015)
JUNE 26, 2015 | For Immediate Release After the Burundian National Police broke down the student camp at the construction site yesterday, the university student who sought refuge at the U.S.Embassy were allowed to stay for the afternoon and provided with water. The students remained in the Embassy parking lot until approximately 7:30 pm when ... Read More»
U.S. Places Electoral Assistance to Burundi on Hold (June 26, 2015)
June 26, 2015 In light of Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza’s continued efforts to violate the Arusha Agreement, seek a third term and press ahead with electoral dates absent the conditions necessary for credible elections, the United States is placing on hold technical assistance to Burundi’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), as well as voter education ... Read More»
Incident at U.S. Embassy Bujumbura on June 25, 2015
June 25, 2015 | For Immediate Release At approximately 1:15 pm Burundian National Police entered a construction site adjacent to the U.S. Embassy where university students set up camp seeking refuge when violence broke out in Bujumbura at the end of April and the national university was closed. The students dispersed from the site in ... Read More»
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (June 2, 2015)
June 2, 2015 The United States Embassy in Bujumbura, Burundi is pleased to announce the annual competition for the Hubert H.Humphrey Fellowship Program. This one-year Fellowship program is offered to young and mid-career professionals who have a proven track record of leadership, a public service commitment, and the capacity to take full advantage of a ... Read More»
U.S. Continues to Oppose Third Term Due to Violation of Arusha Agreement (June 2, 2015)
Statement by John Kirby – Spokesperson – U.S. Department of State The U.S. government reiterates its position that the Government of Burundi should adhere to the tenets of the Arusha Agreement, to include the provisions on term limits. The Arusha Agreement, which was carefully negotiated and accepted by most parties and sectors of Burundian society, ... Read More»
Embassy Statement on Third Election Term (June 1, 2015)
June 1, 2015 Embassy Bujumbura reiterates the policy of the U.S. government that President Nkurunziza’s bid for a third term stands in violation of the Arusha Agreement. We continue to strongly urge President Nkurunziza to reconsider his bid to retain power at the expense of the Arusha Agreement and Burundi’s hard-earned stability after a tragic ... Read More»
Extract from the Daily Press Briefing at the United States Department of State (May 26, 2015)
May 26, 2015 Question: — on Burundi? The East African leaders are having a summit at the weekend. Do you think enough has been done – I mean, do you have a supportive role in that? Are you sending anybody? And do you think enough is being done to try to curb that violence? Mr. ... Read More»
United States Calls for Peaceful Resolution to Crisis in Burundi (May 25, 2015)
Marie Harf, Deputy Department Spokesperson | Washington, DC | May 25, 2015 The United States strongly condemns the May 23 killing of the leader of the opposition party Union for Peace and Development (UPD), Zedi Feruzi, and his bodyguard. We also strongly condemn the May 22 grenade attack in a market that killed several people ... Read More»
U.S. continues Burundian troop support (May 23, 2015)
May 23, 2015 The United States continues to support Burundian troops currently in Mogadishu under AMISOM. Due to security concerns inside Burundi, the United States has temporarily halted peacekeeping training activities, such as the Africa Contingency Operations Training and Assistance (ACOTA) program. Pursuant to Leahy Law requirements, training and assistance was suspended to some individual ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy has Ordered the Departure of Family and Non-Emergency Personnel
May 15, 2015 Due to the current situation in Bujumbura, the State Department today ordered the departure of all eligible family members and non-emergency personnel over the next few days. The State Department will continue to assess the situation on the ground with the U.S. Embassy in Burundi to determine when it is safe for ... Read More»
United States Warns Against Violence in Burundi (May 15, 2015)
May 15, 2015 Press Statement Jeff Rathke Director, Office of Press Relations Washington, DC The United States is alarmed by reports of retaliatory attacks in Burundi following the attempted unlawful seizure of power on May 13 and the growing risk of greater violence and atrocities. The United States urgently calls on President Nkurunziza to condemn ... Read More»
United States Calls for Calm and Restraint in Burundi (May 13, 2015)
May 13, 2015 Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC The United States is deeply concerned by today’s developments in Burundi. We call on all parties to immediately end the violence, to exercise restraint, and above all to prioritize peace in Burundi. We support East African Community leaders’ call today for peaceful, ... Read More»
Political Dialogue Between the International Community [U.S./European Union/Swizerland] and the Government (May 12, 2015)
May 12, 2015 The United States congratulates the government of Burundi for today’s discussions which we are happy to join with the EU and the Swiss. Nevertheless we remain greatly concerned by the current crisis in the country. We are disappointed by the continuing violent suppression of demonstrations against the candidacy of President Pierre Nkurunziza ... Read More»
Senator Coons Criticizes Decision by President of Burundi to Seek New Term, Urges Him to Respect Protestors’ Rights (May 11, 2015)
May 11, 2015 Washington – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on African Affairs, issued the following statement following mass demonstrations by Burundians in recent days regarding the decision by Burundian President Pierre Nkurunziza to pursue a third term in the country’s June 26 presidential election, in apparent ... Read More»
Tuesday demonstration near the United States Embassy in Burundi
May 5, 2015 On Tuesday, at about 11:45, a group of about 75 individuals protesting President Pierre Nkurunziza’s candidacy for a third term approached the U.S. Embassy. The protesters were not the university students who have been peacefully assembling by the U.S. Embassy compound. The students did not join the protest and have continued to ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassador and Assistant Secretary of State Speak with University Students at U.S. Embassy
May 1, 2015 On the evening of April 30, U.S. Ambassador Dawn Liberi and Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Rights and Labor Tom Malinowski visited the over 600 university students seeking shelter and security beneath the walls of the American Embassy in Bujumbura. They listened to the students recount the hardship they face following ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Greatly Concerned About the Events Occurred in Bujumbura on April 26 (April 27, 2015)
April 27, 2015 The United States is greatly concerned about the events that took place in Bujumbura on April 26, 2015. Violent suppression of dissent and intimidation of citizens who have a right to protest peacefully is unacceptable in a nation that wishes to strengthen its democratic transition from a post conflict society. Burundians have ... Read More»
U.S. Deeply Regrets Burundi’s Disregard for the Arusha Agreement (April 25, 2015)
Press Statement – Marie Harf Acting Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson – Washington, DC – April 25, 2015 The United States deeply regrets the decision by Burundi’s ruling party, the National Council for the Defense of Democracy–Forces for the Defense of Democracy (CNDD-FDD), to disregard the term-limit provisions of the Arusha Agreement by naming ... Read More»
USTDA Supports Solar Power Development in Burundi (March 30, 3015)
March 30, 2015 – Media Inquiries: Anna Humphrey | (703) 875-4357 Arlington, Va. – Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Gigawatt Global Burundi S.A. to support the development of a 7.5-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic power plant in Mubuga, Burundi. The grant funds a feasibility study that will address key technical ... Read More»
Access English micro scholarship program enhanced activities in Rumonge (January 12, 2015)
Program Description Access students and their teachers from Village Health works visited Rumonge commune, Bururi province, for enhancement activities and community work. Two YALI (Young African Leadership Initiative) alumni gave presentations on leadership, women in education, and the organization started by YALI applicants, the Young Burundian Leaders Network. Post Cultural Affairs Specialist Ramadhani Sintuka and ... Read More»
Plaque Unveiled
21 May 2013 — Ambassador Dawn Liberi and Burundi’s Foreign Affairs Minister Laurant Kavkure share the honors unveiling the plaque to officially dedicate the new $133 million U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura. Read More»
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