RSF refers journalist Sandra Muhoza’s case to the ACHPR Special Rapporteur
The repeated postponement of Sandra Muhoza’s appeal hearing underscores the ongoing injustice and unwarranted delays in her case.
Burundian journalist Sandra Muhoza’s appeal hearing postponed
Journalist Sandra Muhoza’s lawyer is advocating for her provisional release following her unjust conviction and detenttion since 2024.
Hefty sentence for journalist Sandra Muhoza
For the second time in two years, a female journalist in Burundi has been convicted on questionable charges.
Journalist Floriane Irangabiye freed following presidential pardon
The media fraternity celebrates the early release of Floriane Irangabiye after she is granted full remission of the sentences handed down against her.
Disturbing threats against the bastion of Burundian independent press
A series of alarming incidents involving journalists from the independent news outlet Iwacu Press Group raises serious concerns about their ongoing safety.
Floriane Irangabiye’s health deteriorates during year-long detention
Burundian authorities have failed to provide journalist Floriane Irangabiye with the necessary medical care she requires.
Justice demanded for Burundian journalist Jean Bigirimana
President Évariste Ndayishimiye’s administration is asked to investigate the disappearance of news website reporter Jean Bigirimana, who went missing 7 years ago.
Harsh penalty for Burundian journalist Floriane Irangabiye
Broadcast journalist Floriane Irangabiye is sentenced to 10 years in prison on spurious charge of “endangering the integrity of the national territory”.
Journalist arrested, sexually assaulted during her on-going detention in Burundi
Rwanda-based Burundian journalist Floriane Irangabiye is arrested by police upon her return to her home country; although she has not been formally charged, she is accused of working with armed opposition groups and espionage.
BBC ban by Burundi lifted
Three years after the BBC was suspended from broadcasting in Burundi, the ban has been lifted by the country’s media regulator.
Burundi president accuses journalist of inflating COVID-19 figures
As Burundi experiences a surge in COVID-19 cases, President Évariste Ndayishimiye accuses journalist Esdras Ndikumana of inflating figures.
Colleagues recall the legacy of “Iwacu” journalist Jean Bigirimana
The case of Burundian journalist Jean Bigirimana, who disappeared in 2016, remains unsolved.
Burundian president has mixed media freedom scorecard
A year into his rule, Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye has taken several corrective measures, but has yet to make meaningful decisions to transform the restrictive media freedom and civic space.
Africa’s handling of COVID-19 marred by abuse of power
The continent’s initially successful response to the pandemic was tainted by denialism, corruption and weaponisation of social media across several countries.