Pierre Nkurunziza
Pierre Nkurunziza was the former President of Burundi, serving from 2005 until his death in 2020. His presidency was marked by political turmoil and controversy, particularly regarding his decision to seek a third term in 2015, which led to widespread protests, violence, and a government crackdown on dissent. His actions have been cited as a cautionary tale against undermining democratic principles in Africa.
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Pierre Nkurunziza was feared to face a similar fate as Melchior Ndadaye.
Les messages qui sèment la confusion, un tremplin à la violence – IWACU
Burundi· 2025-10-06
Pierre Nkurunziza was involved in the decision to relaunch the CEPGL.
Une organisation régionale délaissée par ses Etats membres – IWACUBurundi· 2025-09-30
Pierre Nkurunziza's third term in 2015 was contested and led to violence and exiles.
Un bilan officiel reluisant, des chiffres contrastés – IWACUBurundi· 2025-09-05
Pierre Nkurunziza decided to seek election for a third term in violation of the Arusha Accords.
Bye-bye Arusha Accords as Burundi solidifies one-party rule – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-02
Pierre Nkurunziza was the president of Burundi who attempted to accept the imposed philosophy of power-sharing.
“Eux, ce qui les intéresse, c’est la domination. Point.” – IWACUBurundi· 2025-08-17
Pierre Nkurunziza was the former president of Burundi who passed away shortly before the end of his term.
Philatélie : Burundi, Surinam… et poste privée de Colmar, dans « Timbres magazine »
France· 2025-06-02
Pierre Nkurunziza is honored as the 'Permanent Visionary' of the CNDD-FDD party.
Morose sauf pour l’Aigle – IWACUBurundi· 2025-05-19
The former Burundian president Pierre Nkurunziza awarded Frida Ndagijimana a certificate of honor in recognition of her commitment.
Une femme qui prouve sa capacité à diriger – IWACUBurundi· 2025-04-02
President Pierre Nkurunziza Is No More
President Pierre Nkurunziza Is No More
Cameroon· 2025-02-22Pierre Nkurunziza was supported by Yoweri Museveni during the failed coup attempt in 2015.
UN APPEL À LA RAISON* – IWACUBurundi· 2025-02-22
Pierre Nkurunziza is mentioned as the president of Burundi whose third term was controversially supported by the constitutional court.
La nouvelle leçon de démocratie du Sénégal ! – IWACUBurundi· 2025-02-13
