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Category: Burundi

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Burundi is a landlocked country located in East Africa, bordered by Rwanda to the north, Tanzania to the east and south, and Lake Tanganyika to the west. It is one of the smallest countries on the African continent and is predominantly hilly and mountainous. The capital city is Gitega, while Bujumbura was the former capital. The country is known for its rich cultural heritage, with a population primarily consisting of three ethnic groups: Hutu, Tutsi, and Twa. Burundi has a history marked by ethnic conflict and political instability, particularly in the late 20th century, which has shaped its contemporary social and political landscape. The official languages are Kirundi, French, and English. The economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coffee and tea being significant exports.

Inside Burundi’s Digital Struggle: The Truth About Internet Access and the Satellite Solution

Burundi, a small landlocked nation in East Africa, faces a digital connectivity crisis. Despite modest improvements in recent years, it remains one of the world’s least-connected countries, with only about 11–12% of Burundians using the internet as of 2023–2024 ecofinagency.com datareportal.com. This report dives deep into the current state of internet access in Burundi –…
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