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Burundi
Heart of the Great Lakes
Overview
One of Central Africa's smallest and most densely populated countries, situated on the shores of Lake Tanganyika with a troubled political history and rich drumming traditions.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
27,834 km²
Capital
Gitega
Languages
French, Kirundi
Currencies
Burundian franc (Fr)
At a Glance
25
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
46
Freedom
17
Security
13
Life Expectancy
64 yrs
Median Age
15.9 yrs
Urbanization
15%
Cost Index
16
Housing Index
10
Healthcare Access
56/100
Climate
Average Temperature
20.6°C
Average AQI
62
Most Temperate Cities
1 Rumonge 23.4°C
2 Bururi 23.4°C
3 Bujumbura 21.1°C
4 Muramvya 21.1°C
5 Makamba 20.8°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Gitega 62 AQI
2 Ngozi 62 AQI
3 Rumonge 62 AQI
4 Cibitoke 62 AQI
5 Kayanza 62 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 47 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 16
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 3.66% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 9 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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