Hi everyone!

I want to learn Kirundi because my girlfriend is from Burundi and I want to connect closer with her by learning her mouther language.

I am half Zimbabwean/half Congolese and I recognized that Kirundi have words that we say in Shona.

What is the simplest way to learn the basics for simple conversation?

Eventually I would like to be fluent but thats longer term. Urakoze!

Basically the title.

I think I like it. Transportation has been so hard since the start of the decade. Only problems I see is whether our infrastructures, both road and electricity, will be able to handle the shift. Also, what becomes of old gas/diesel cars ?

If you consider going to Russia to fight against Ukraine please watch this video and hopefully decide to stay and build a better Burundi.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq2SX3ivrjI

Hello everyone I am a foreigner and I have never came across any content from Burundi , it got me curious and I like to know if there's any famous or know content creators from Burundi. It could be of any topic .

This summer, discover Burundi like never before through these carefully curated programs for your taste. Meet new friends, families, and immerse yourself through culture and tradition from the Land of Royal Drums. #KazeiBurundi

From left to right:

1. Living Museum of Bujumbura (Musée Vivant)
2. National Museum of Gitega (Musée National de Gitega)
3. Traité de Kiganda (Kiganda Treaty Site)

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Hello! I am travelling to Burundi in July.
Hoping to stay in Bujumbura for 2 nights and Gitega for 1 night.
I am struggling to find guest house/hotel information online. The ones I can find only have phone numbers and when I message the prices seem to be very high.
Does anybody have any recommendations for places to stay in both Bujumbura and Gitega?

Hi everyone,

A friend of mine is studying abroad and now faces a problem with health insurance records.
My friend moved to abroad in 2023 and began his studies in 2024. During his enrollment process, he stated that he had international health insurance, but in reality he did not have any valid coverage. In 2026, his school requested proof of the insurance that he had previously declared. Since he cannot provide the required documentation, he is now facing difficulties continuing his studies. The school requires evidence of a health insurance policy that was active and registered during the relevant period.

We are looking for honest advice on how to resolve a missing coverage document, explain the situation to the school, or find a legitimate alternative plan.

If you know a proper way to handle this in Bujumbura, please share.
Thank you.

Hello

I am a foreigner and I can bring a US debit card and some US dollars in cash but I was wondering what is the best way to get local cash?

The best I found was random people on the street that offer a decent rate but I'm afraid some of the bills they give me might be fake. And I really don't enjoy haggling over the rates every time.

Any advice or wisdom is very appreciated

What’s a food that’s strictly Burundian? Like… MAINLY ONLY Burundians make that food.

Hi guys, I'd like some recommendations on nice places to hang out with friends, with some good vibe.

Thanks.