Burundi

Years after the official end of large-scale wars, the Great Lakes Region continues to struggle with the peaceful transfer of political power. Burundi has been suffering from simmering conflict since 2015, when President Pierre Nkurunziza seized a third term, despite arguments by the opposition that his bid was in violation of both the constitution, and the Arusha Peace Agreement. What ensued was the most serious episode of political violence since the end of the civil war, resulting in even the militarization of the state, and further restrictions on political space. To help us discuss the current political climate in Burundi we are joined on the line by:Dr Kingsley Makhubela: CEO Brand South Africa and has a doctorate in Conflict Resolution.