Cases are rising in Burundi as the virus moves from neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo.

Once exiled in Rwanda, Floriane Irangabiye was arrested two years ago when she went home for a funeral.

Pam Brooks, who began the 12-day trek on 5 July, says she is fundraising for women in Burundi.

The prime minister warns that El Niño-triggered heavy rains are likely to continue into May.

East Africa is being pounded by unusually heavy rains linked to a combination of global weather events.

Burundi has accused Rwanda of being a 'bad neighbour' for funding rebel attacks on civilians.

A fervent Catholic, Évariste Ndayishimiye says homosexuals "should be stoned" and not granted rights.

He is being investigated over allegations of money laundering and misappropriation of public assets.