After weeks of clashes, Burundi’s citizens go to the polls
A week ago, Burundi expelled four WHO officials after the health body questioned the wisdom of holding campaign rallies while Covid-19 is still spreading
20 May 2020 - 12:54
Nairobi — Burundians took a step toward ending the political upheaval that’s been a hallmark of Pierre Nkurunziza’s 15-year rule when they began voting in a presidential election on Wednesday.
The vote is taking place amid uncertainty over the government’s handling of the coronavirus outbreak. A week ago, it expelled four World Health Organisation (WHO) officials after the health body questioned the wisdom of holding campaign rallies while the virus is still spreading...
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