THE WORLD AND THE CHALLENGE OF CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC: INTERSECTING PERSPECTIVES ON AFRICA AND THE WORLD

By Edouard Bizimana

Ambassador of Burundi to the Russian Federation

Introduction

Coronavirus pandemic commonly known as covid-19 has been raging in the world for over a year now, claiming lives of several thousand people on all continents. The pandemic surprised the world both by the speed of its spread and by the high number of alleged victims. It also exposed the powerlessness of the powers to the limelight.

Visite d’Etat de la Présidente Samia Suluhu au Burundi : Huit accords de coopérations signés

Le Président de la République Unie de Tanzanie Son Excellence Samia Suluhu Hassan effectue depuis ce vendredi 16 Juillet 2021 une visite d’Etat de 2 jours au Burundi. Elle est à la tête d’une forte délégation comprenant des ministres et d’autres hauts responsables gouvernementaux de la République-Unie de Tanzanie.

State visit of President Samia Suluhu to Burundi: Eight signed cooperation agreements

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan has been carries out a 2-day state visit to Burundi since Friday July 16, 2021. She heads a large delegation comprising ministers and other senior government officials from the United Republic of Tanzania.

Le Chef de l'Etat anime une séance de moralisation sur l'éveil de l'esprit patriotique et la bonne gouvernance à Mwaro

Ce mardi 6 juillet 2021, le Président de la République Son Excellence Evariste NDAYISHIMIYE a réuni, au chef-lieu de la province Mwaro, les natifs, les élus et les responsables administratifs, politiques et religieux et d'autres représentants des différents services oeuvrant dans cette province, dans une séance de moralisation sur l'éveil de l'esprit patriotique et la bonne gouvernance.

The Head of State leads a moralization session on the awakening of the patriotic spirit and good governance in Mwaro

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, the President of the Republic His Excellency Evariste NDAYISHIMIYE brought together, in Mwaro province, natives, elected officials and administrative, political and religious officials and other representatives of different services working in this province, in a moralization session on the awakening of the patriotic spirit and good governance.

Country-Specific Information:

• The situation in Burundi with regard to COVID-19 has remained relatively stable throughout the pandemic as compared to other countries in the region.  Social distancing and masks are encouraged.  There was no national lockdown and it has been businesses as normal in many areas of society.   Burundians have stopped hugging and shaking hands to some extent and many public venues have hand-washing stations installed.  Public schools have remained open as well.  Melchior Ndadaye International Airport is open to international flights and travelers since November 8, 2020 after its closure to curb the spreading of coronavirus in the country.

COVID-19 Testing

• PCR tests are available for travelers to Burundi
• The cost of the test is 60,000 Burundian Francs for Burundi citizens and 100 dollars for foreigners (Euros are not accepted). Covid-19 test is available at the INSP (Institut National de Santé Publique).  There is no cost for a test carried out while in country in case of suspected COVID-19 infection.
• If an individual shows a positive test result, he/she will be transferred to a Care Center for monitoring at his/her own expense for a period of 14 days or more and required to have two negative control test results before being discharged.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

• No COVID-19 vaccine is available in Burundi as the country is still analyzing the best option in this matter.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

• Beginning June 14, 2021, international travelers arriving to Burundi will no longer be required to undergo mandatory four-day quarantine.  Instead, travelers will be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival and will receive test results within 24 hours of testing.  Those who test positive for COVID-19 will be subject to quarantine, but may obtain medical treatment and advice from the Ministry of Health.  Additionally, land borders between Burundi and Tanzania were reopened as of June 14, 2021, and passengers arriving by land will be tested in
• A negative COVID-19 test is required for entry into Burundi performed within 72 hours period.

Transportation Options:

• Commercial flights are operating
• Masks are required in public transport. 

Consular Operations:

• The consular section in all Burundi Embassies are operating and visas are issued

Local Resources:

• More information can be found on the Burundi Ministry of Health website.
• On April 1, 2020 the Ministry of Public Health published a press release calling on the public to follow preventative measures, recommending self-quarantine if you have been in contact with a positive case, yet do not show any symptoms of COVID-19 and to call the toll-free number 117 or consult the nearest health facility, should symptoms appear.

Moscow,  23rd, 2021.

State Visit of the President Evariste Ndayishimiye to Kenya: Diplomatic Renewal

On Monday, May 31, 2021, at the invitation of his Counterpart from Kenya, the President of the Republic of Burundi Her Excellency Evariste Ndayishimiye, accompanied by the First Lady His Excellency Angeline Ndayishimiye and several Senior Officials of the Burundian State, began a visit of a two day state visit in the Republic of Kenya where he has participated to the national “Madaraka Day” celebrations scheduled for June 1, 2021.

Visite d’Etat du Président Evariste Ndayishimiye au Kenya: le renouveau diplomatique

Ce lundi 31 mai 2021, sur invitation de son Homologue du Kenya, le Président de la République du Burundi Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye, accompagné par la Première Dame Son Excellence Angeline Ndayishimiye et plusieurs Hauts Cadres de l’Etat burundais, a entamé une Visite d’Etat de deux jours en République du Kenya où il participera aux célébrations nationales du “Madaraka Day” prévues au 1er juin 2021.

COMMUNIQUE DE L'ETAT DU BURUNDI SUR LES ACTES TERRORISTES COMMIS DANS LA NUIT DU 25 MAI 2021 EN MAIRIE DE BUJUMBURA

1. Ce mardi 25 mai 2021, vers 19h 00', des jets de grenade ont été enregistrés dans  quatre endroits différents en Mairie de Bujumbura où se concentrent beaucoup de gens innocents qui vaquent paisiblement à leurs activités quotidiennes. Ces endroits sont, le Centre-ville  tout près de l’ancien  marché central de Bujumbura, l’arrêt bus de transport de Bwiza, la station de carburant Top One  et au quartier Mutakura 12^ème avenue. Notons que ces jets de grenades se sont faits presque simultanément, ce qui démontre d’un mode opératoire terroriste.

"It is through reconciliation that the province of Bururi will achieve the long-awaited socio-economic development"

The President of the Republic of Burundi His Excellency Evariste Ndayishimiye made his remarks during a moralization session on good governance that he animated this Tuesday, May 18, 2021 for the elected and political Officials, religious and administrative Officials from Bururi province, located in southern Burundi.

« C’est par la voie de la réconciliation que la province de Bururi parviendra au développement socio-économique tant espéré »

Le Président de la République du Burundi Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye a tenu ses propos lors d’une séance de moralisation sur la bonne gouvernance qu’il a animée ce mardi 18 mai 2021 à l’intention des Elus et des Responsables politiques, religieux et administratifs de la province Bururi, située au Sud du Burundi.

World Food Program hails the promising momentum of Burundi, instilled by the leadership of President Ndayishimiye

The President of the Republic of Burundi His Excellency Evariste Ndayishimiye received in audience Mr. Michael Dunford, the Regional Director of the World Food Program (WFP) who is visiting Burundi, a country whose very significant progress he first welcomed recorded thanks to the enlightened leadership of President Ndayishimiye, who set the course for socio-economic development to result from the promotion of the agro-pastoral sector.

Le Programme Alimentaire Mondial salue l’élan prometteur du Burundi, insufflé par le leadership du Président Ndayishimiye

Le Président de la République du Burundi Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye a reçu en audience M. Michael Dunford, le Directeur Régional du Programme Alimentaire Mondial (PAM) qui est en visite au Burundi, un pays dont il a salué de prime abord les progrès très significatifs enregistrés grâce au leadership éclairé du Président Ndayishimiye, qui a fixé le cap d’un développement socio-économique devant résulter de la promotion du secteur agro-pastoral.

Le Chef de l’Etat appelle les jeunes à utiliser leurs compétences pour contribuer au développement du pays

Le Chef de l’Etat demande à la jeunesse Burundaise d’arrêter de viser l’emploi public mais plutôt d’user des connaissances acquises à l’école pour initier des projets générateurs de revenus susceptibles de créer de l’emploi et contribuer au développement du pays. Le Président de la République du Burundi SEM Evariste NDAYISHIMIYE a lancé cet appel, ce mardi 04 Mai 2021 lors d’une séance de moralisation à l’intention des jeunes natifs de la Province de Gitega.

The Head of State calls on young people to use their skills to contribute to the development of the country

The Head of State asks Burundian youth to stop targeting public employment but rather to use the knowledge acquired at school to initiate income generating projects likely to create employment and contribute to development from the country. The President of the Republic of Burundi H.E Mr. Evariste NDAYISHIMIYE launched this appeal this Tuesday, May 04, 2021 during a moralization session for young natives of the Province of Gitega.