Melchior Ndadaye

Melchior Ndadaye was the first democratically elected President of Burundi, serving from June 1993 until his assassination in October 1993. His presidency marked a pivotal moment in Burundi's history, as he represented a shift towards democratic governance in a country plagued by ethnic conflict. Ndadaye's assassination was a significant event that contributed to the outbreak of civil war in Burundi, and his legacy continues to influence the political landscape and discussions around reconciliation and national identity in the country.

Born on Oct 20, 1953 (72 years old)

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Dominance

0.00%

Persistence

0 wks

Reach

194,931

Power

51$

Sentiment

5.00

Countries Mentioned

Country	Mentions	Sentiment	Dominance	+ Persistence	x Population	= Reach	x GDP (millions)	= Power
Burundi	1	5.00	1.64%	+0%	11,890,781	194,931	$3,100	51$
Totals	1				11,890,781	194,931	$3,100	51$

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Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye was assassinated in 1993, which led to significant unrest among Burundians. 5

Tharcisse Bimenyimana Kefa Nibizi Abdoul Kassim

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: Quand les projets non prioritaires deviennent source de violence – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye is remembered as a hero of democracy in Burundi, whose assassination had significant consequences for the country. 9

Agathon Rwasa Kassim Abdoul Jean De Dieu Mutabazi Zenon Nimubona Gaspard Kobako Kefa Nibizi

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: L’héritage démocratique s’effrite – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye was the first democratically elected head of state in Burundi, whose assassination is commemorated annually. 7

Evariste Ndayishimiye Gervais Banshimiyubusa Leonce Ngendakumana Louis Rwagasore

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: 32ème commémoration de l’assassinat du Président Melchior Ndadaye, des hommages fragmentés – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye was assassinated, which led to subsequent violence in the country. 5

Jean Ndayisaba Pierre Nkurunziza Emelyne Nduwimana Joachim Nduwumukama Blaise Izerimana

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: Les messages qui sèment la confusion, un tremplin à la violence – IWACU

Burundi: The president Melchior Ndadaye was assassinated in October 1993, leading to a breakdown of order in the country. 5

Leonidas Ntibinonoye Prosper Ngarukiyinka Genevieve Kanyange Anny Yvette Munezero Jacques Gerard Rugemintwaza

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: Léonidas Ntibinonoye : L’homme qui resta debout – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye was assassinated in a coup that is referenced in the context of the Arusha Accord. 5

Nelson Mandela Leonce Ngendakumana Charles Mukasi

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: « La réhabilitation et l’adaptation de l’Accord d’Arusha sont incontournables » – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye is mentioned as the airport manager who needs to be consulted about water management. 6

Samuel Uwimana Jacques Ndayisaba Ange Kaneza Camile Bizimana

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: une avenue transformée en rivière – IWACU

Burundi: He was assassinated, which is referenced in the context of the massacre of students in Kibimba in 1993. 5

Pierre Claver Ndayicariye Lea Pascasie Nzigamasabo Gabriel Hakizimana Florence Rutamucero

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: La CVR appelle les associations de victimes à s’impliquer dans la recherche des biens spoliés en 1972 – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye's assassination in 1993 led to ten years of bloodshed in Burundi. 3

Claude Ntahuga Pierre Nkurunziza Yoweri Museveni Prime Niyongabo Jean Baptiste Bagaza Niyombare

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: UN APPEL À LA RAISON* – IWACU

Burundi: Melchior Ndadaye was the president whose assassination is discussed in the context of Joseph Rugigana's publication. 5

Sylvestre Ntibantunganya Joseph Rugigana

Iwacu – leading independent newspaper in Burundi: « Les Burundais ont beaucoup plus droit à des solutions qu’à la persistance des problèmes. » – IWACU