Road Closures Due to Parade Preparations June 21, 2019

United States Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi

Message for U.S. Citizens: Road Closures Due to Parade Preparations

June 21, 2019

 

Location:

Boulevard du 28 Novembre

Event: 

Military and police have begun practicing for the Burundian Independence Day parade from now through July 1 (possibly July 2). 28 November will be closed to all traffic from 0800–1200; side streets are also likely to be closed, which will cause significant traffic congestion on alternate routes.

 

Actions to Take:

Please plan your travel to avoid this area

 

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Bujumbura, Burundi

During business hours: +257 22 20 7000

After hours: +257 22 20 7318 or +257 79 93 8841

Email address: bujumburac@state.gov

Embassy website

 

State Department – Consular Affairs

+1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444

Burundi Country Information

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