Agathon Rwasa
BurundipoliticianMaleb. 19646.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Agathon Rwasa is a prominent Burundian politician and former leader of the National Congress for Liberty (CNL). He has been a significant figure in Burundian politics, advocating for democracy and political rights. Recently, he has been in the news due to a legal dispute regarding his removal from the presidency of the CNL, which he claims was orchestrated through political manipulation.
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Agathon Rwasa retains his membership in the CNL party and is entitled to all rights provided for party members.
Un rapprochement encore loin d’être acquis au CNL – IWACUBurundi· 2026-06-19
Agathon Rwasa is a key figure in the CNL party, claiming historical legitimacy in its creation and construction.
Quand légalité et légitimité peinent à se rencontrer – IWACUBurundi· 2026-06-19Agathon Rwasa criticized the celebration of the rotating presidency as ineffective in addressing the country's crises.
Une présidence tournante fêtée en grande pompe – IWACUBurundi· 2026-02-21
A chase involving the vehicle of politician Agathon Rwasa sparked a strong public reaction.
Rétro Sécurité 2025, une année sous haute tension sécuritaire – IWACUBurundi· 2026-01-11
Agathon Rwasa has criticized the current government for its lack of credibility following the elections.
une année de mutations institutionnelles – IWACUBurundi· 2026-01-11
Agathon Rwasa is a political actor who discussed the importance of addressing the root causes of Burundian crises.
Après la crise de 1972, la CVR entend aborder la crise de Ntega et Marangara de 1988 – IWACUBurundi· 2025-11-14
Agathon Rwasa is a prominent figure in the Burundian opposition who critiques the state of democracy in the country.
L’héritage démocratique s’effrite – IWACUBurundi· 2025-10-26
Agathon Rwasa, the leader of the Burundian opposition, describes his recent experience with intimidation and harassment by police.
son véhicule en course-poursuite avec une voiture banalisée – IWACUBurundi· 2025-09-24Agathon Rwasa was sidelined after the CNL was eventually reinstated.
Bye-bye Arusha Accords as Burundi solidifies one-party rule – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-02
Agathon Rwasa was a figure of opposition during the 2020 elections.
“Eux, ce qui les intéresse, c’est la domination. Point.” – IWACUBurundi· 2025-08-17
Agathon Rwasa is a former faithful member of the CNL party and is mentioned in relation to the abduction of his supporter.
Un ancien fidèle d’Agathon Rwasa reconverti en militant du CNDD-FDD enlevé à Mabayi – IWACUBurundi· 2025-06-04
Agathon Rwasa is the leader of the CNL who led the party to a second-place finish in the 2020 elections.
les inquiétudes persistantes à J-1 du scrutin – IWACUBurundi· 2025-06-04
Agathon Rwasa speaks about an electoral campaign that seems to be going in all directions.
« Il y a une campagne électorale pour les présidentielles avant l’heure » – IWACUBurundi· 2025-05-24
Agathon Rwasa is mentioned as a candidate whose inclusion in the election lists was contested by the coalition Burundi Bwa Bose.
La montée des inquiétudes – IWACUBurundi· 2025-03-14
Deputy Agathon Rwasa believes that ANAGESSA must be restructured.
Un stock de maïs invendu et des pertes inquiétantes – IWACUBurundi· 2025-02-28
Agathon Rwasa is involved in a legal dispute regarding his position in the Congrès national pour la liberté party.
Procès sous tension d’Agathon Rwasa reporté – IWACUBurundi· 2025-02-27
