Republic of Burundi
Capital: Bujumbura HDI: 0.400 (184th)
Language: English, French, Kirundi
GDP (PPP): $7.892 billion
Currency: Burundian Franc
Population: 11,178,921
Republic of Burundi is a landlocked country in the African Great Lakes region of East Africa, bordered by Rwanda to the north, Tanzania to the east and south, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west. It is also considered part of Central Africa. Burundi’s capital is Bujumbura. The southwestern border is adjacent to Lake Tanganyika.
The Twa, Hutu and Tutsi peoples have lived in Burundi for at least 500 years. For more than 200 of those years, Burundi was an independent kingdom, until the beginning of the twentieth century, when Germany colonized the region. After the First World War and Germany’s defeat, it ceded the territory to Belgium. Both Germans and Belgians ruled Burundi and Rwanda as a European colony known as Ruanda-Urundi. Despite common misconceptions, Burundi and Rwanda have never been under a common rule before European colonization. The European intervention exacerbated social differences between the Tutsi and Hutu, and contributed to political unrest in the region. Burundi gained independence in 1962 and initially had a monarchy, but a series of assassinations, coups, and a general climate of regional instability culminated in the establishment of a republic and one-party state in 1966. Bouts of ethnic cleansing and ultimately two civil wars and genocides during the 1970s and again in the 1990s left the country undeveloped and its population as one of the world’s poorest. 2015 witnessed large-scale political strife as President Pierre Nkurunziza opted to run for a third term in office, a coup attempt failed and the country’s parliamentary and presidential elections were broadly criticized by members of the international community.
RESEARCH
Economic Overview
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Burundi Economy – overview
http://www.indexmundi.com/burundi/economy_overview.html
Burundi is a landlocked, resource-poor country with an underdeveloped manufacturing sector. Agriculture accounts for over 40% of GDP and employs more than 90% of the population. Burundi’s primary exports are coffee and tea, which account for 90% of foreign exchange earnings.
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Burundi Overview – World Bank
http://www.worldbank.org/en/country/burundi/overview
After significant improvements to consolidate peace and security, the country’s development program is shifting gradually towards modernizing public finance, strengthening basic social services, and upgrading economic infrastructure
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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BURUNDI INVESTMENT CLIMATE STATEMENT 2015
http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/241714.pdf
A comprehensive report on the business climate in Burundi from the US Department of State
Establishing a Presence
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Starting a Business in Burundi
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/burundi/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Burundi.
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Doing Business in Africa: Burundi
http://afkinsider.com/53949/business-africa-burundi/
According to the World Bank, Burundi currently ranks 181st out of 183 countries on its Ease of Doing Business Index – a measure created by the bank to gauge the degree to which commercial enterprises encounter regulatory hurdles, legal threats to property, and the time and money spent on things such as registering a business, ensuring right of title to property, and acquiring licenses.
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Starting a Business in Burundi
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/burundi/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Burundi.
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Doing Business in Africa: Burundi
http://afkinsider.com/53949/business-africa-burundi/
According to the World Bank, Burundi currently ranks 181st out of 183 countries on its Ease of Doing Business Index – a measure created by the bank to gauge the degree to which commercial enterprises encounter regulatory hurdles, legal threats to property, and the time and money spent on things such as registering a business, ensuring right of title to property, and acquiring licenses.
Taxes
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TAX Burundi Fiscal Guide 2013/14
http://www.kpmg.com/Africa/en/KPMG-in-Africa/Documents/2014%20Fiscal%20Guides/Fiscal%20Guide%20Burundi.pdf
Dated description of Burundi tax code from KPMG
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Burundi Sales Tax Rate | VAT | 2014-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/burundi/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Burundi stands at 18 percent.
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Burundi Sales Tax Rate | VAT Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/burundi/sales-tax-rate/forecast
In the long-term, the Burundi Sales Tax Rate | VAT is projected to trend around 18.00 percent in 2020, according to our econometric models.
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Paying Taxes in Burundi – Doing Business
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/burundi/paying-taxes
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes and complying with postfiling procedures.
Visas
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Burundi visa application form, requirements and instructions
https://burundi.travisa.com/
A valid passport and business visa are required for travel to Burundi.
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Burundi Visa: Application, Requirements
https://burundi.visahq.com/
Visa application site for Burundi
Infrastructure
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Burundi Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus & Airport Tips
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Burundi/Transportation-Burundi-TG-C-1.html
Tips on getting to and getting around Burundi from real travelers and locals.
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Burundi – Transportation
http://www.nationsencyclopedia.com/Africa/Burundi-TRANSPORTATION.html
A great hindrance to Burundi’s economic development is lack of adequate transportation. The country is landlocked, and there are no railroads.
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Burundi – Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband
https://www.budde.com.au/Research/Burundi-Telecoms-Mobile-and-Broadband-Statistics-and-Analyses
Burundi remains one of the most attractive telecom markets in Africa for investors. The country has a high population density with relatively low, yet fast growing, mobile market penetration.
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Communications in Burundi
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communications_in_Burundi
Communications in Burundi include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, the Internet, and the postal service in Burundi
Employer Obligations
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Burundi – Labour Market Profile 2014
http://www.ulandssekretariatet.dk/sites/default/files/uploads/public/PDF/LMP/lmp_burundi_2014_final_version.pdf
A comprehensive report on the labor market in Burundi
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Burundi Employment & Labor Law News Topics
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/burundi
Up to date news on labor and employment topics in Burundi
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Burundi Employment & Labor Law News Topics
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/burundi
Up to date news on labor and employment topics in Burundi
Culture/Living
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Cost of Living in Burundi. Prices
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Burundi
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Burundi. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.
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International Schools in Burundi
http://www.expat-quotes.com/guides/burundi/education/international-schools-in-burundi.htm
This list contains the most popular international and bilingual schools in Burundi: nurseryschools, primary and secondary (high) schools
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Burundi Education System
http://www.classbase.com/Countries/Burundi/Education-System
Education in Burundi is compulsory for 6 years, meaning that every child is supposed to complete their primary education. Unfortunately half a million children never enter school at all. Of those who do, just 36% complete this phase. The genders are however fairly evenly represented.
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Public Holidays in Burundi in 2016
https://www.officeholidays.com/countries/burundi/index.php
Comprehensive list of National Public Holidays that are celebrated in Burundi during 2016 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays.
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Public Holidays in Burundi in 2017
https://www.officeholidays.com/countries/burundi/2017.php
Comprehensive list of National Public Holidays that are celebrated in Burundi during 2017 with dates and information on the origin and meaning of holidays.
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Burundi Employment & Labor Law News Topics
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/burundi
Up to date news on labor and employment topics in Burundi
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Cost of Living in Burundi. 2016
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/burundi
Cost of living comparisons in more than 1,600 cities all over the world.
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Burundi culture, customs and etiquette
http://www.anothertravel.com/burundi-culture/
Burundi culture customs and etiquette. Burundi society, its people, manners, and protocol.
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Climate – Burundi – average, area, annual, temperature
http://www.nationsencyclopedia.com/Africa/Burundi-CLIMATE.html
Burundi in general has a tropical highland climate, with a considerable daily temperature range in many areas.
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Burundi Climate
http://www.burundi.climatemps.com/
Burundi has a tropical wet and dry/ savanna climate (Köppen-Geiger classification: Aw) with a pronounced dry season in the low-sun months , no cold season, wet season is in the high-sun months.
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Burundi – State
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/burundi.html
See “Safety and Security” on this US Department of State site
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Burundi travel advice – GOV.UK
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/burundi/safety-and-security
Latest travel advice for Burundi including safety and security, entry requirements, travelwarnings and health
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Burundi Demographics Profile 2016
http://www.indexmundi.com/burundi/demographics_profile.html
This site provides facts and statistics on the popoulation and society of Burundi
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/by.html
See “People and Society” on this site
Trade
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://burundi.visahq.com/customs/
Burundi Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
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Burundi Customs, Currency & Airport Tax regulations details
http://www.iatatravelcentre.com/BI-Burundi-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm
Important information for individuals entering Burundi
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WTO | Burundi – Member information
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/countries_e/burundi_e.htm
This site provides key information on Burundi’s participation in the WTO. Burundi has been a member of WTO since 23 July 1995 and a member of GATT since 13 March 1965.
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African Countries Trade Agreements
http://focusafrica.gov.in/Trade_Agreements_Africa.html
This site provides a listing of trade agreements in Africa several of which include Burundi
Housing and Rentals
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Burundi Corporate Housing and Extended Stay Hotels
http://burundi.biz-stay.com/
Search our Furnished Short Term Housing & Extended Stay Hotel directory
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The 10 Best Hotels in Bujumbura, Burundi
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g293771-Bujumbura_Bujumbura_Mairie_Province-Hotels.html
A listing of top hotels in the Burundi capital
Travel
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Burundi Travel Guide and Travel Information
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/burundi
Expert Burundi travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Burundi.
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Travel Advice and Advisories for Burundi
https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/burundi
Global Affairs Canada advises against all travel to Burundi, due to ongoing political tensions, civil unrest and daily armed violence.
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