Ode to Burundi

It has only been three weeks that I have spent in Burundi, but I already fell in love with this tiny little landlocked country in the Great Lakes Region. I am not sure how to explain it, but it is a magic place. Its flora and fauna are just remarkable ; the thousand hills stunning ; the beautiful blue skies breathtaking. It is a hidden little paradise in the heart of Africa. And its people are one of the most welcoming people I have ever met. Burundi has a huge potential for ecotourism and its beauty should be seen by as many people as possible. 

But the past weighs heavy. Since independence, the country has been struck by many political crises culminating in a 13-year long civil war (1993-2005). Often identified as an ethnic conflict among Bahutus and Batutsi, the conflict is foremost entrenched in the struggle for political and economic power.

Médias burundais

Cette liste est une première tentative de ma part de résumer les médias les plus importants du Burundi. Elle a été établi à travers mes discussions avec les habitants de Bujumbura. Alors, cette liste ne se veut en aucun cas représentative. 

The cruel side of Bujumbura

One of the cruelest sides of Bujumbura are the many children that live on the streets of Bujumbura. Today it is estimated that around 3000 children live on the streets of the Burundian capital alone.

Quelques recommendations culinaires de Buja

Le Burundi offre ses propres spécialités cuisinières. La partie du pays au Lac Tanganyika est particulièrement connue pour ses variétés de poissons. Ici une une collection de quelques recommandations culinaires.