Burundi - Country Details

Basic Information

Capital

Gitega

Region

Africa / Eastern Africa

Population

14,075,553

Area

27,830 km²

Currencies

Burundian franc (Fr)

Languages

French, Kirundi

About country

Burundi is a landlocked country located in the Great Rift Valley of East Africa. Its history is marked by a long period as an independent kingdom, followed by periods of German and Belgian colonial rule. The population consists primarily of Hutu, Tutsi, and Twa peoples, with complex historical relationships influencing the country's political landscape. Agriculture is the backbone of Burundi's economy, with a significant portion of the population engaged in subsistence farming. Despite its rich cultural heritage, Burundi faces significant economic challenges and has experienced periods of political instability.