Mr. Nkurunziza ruled the small Central African nation for 15 years with an iron fist, arresting journalists, stifling media outlets and cracking down on the opposition.
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Burundi’s Ruling Party Candidate Wins Presidency
The election was marred by accusations from the leading opposition challenger of vote rigging.
Burundi Turns Out to Replace President of 15 Years, Pandemic or No
The campaign has been marred by violence against the political opposition and a disregard of measures to protect the public from the coronavirus.
Belgium Apologizes for Kidnapping Children From African Colonies
Prime Minister Charles Michel offered the apology for the kidnapping and forced adoption of thousands of children born to mixed-race couples when Belgium ruled Congo, Rwanda and Burundi.