• Hippopotamus raising a complaint, Lake Tanganyika

    Hippopotamus raising a complaint, Lake Tanganyika

Burundi: Overview

Although the situation has cooled in recent years, Burundi is a powder keg that could potentially explode at any moment. Travellers are strongly advised to stay away until Burundi gets back on its feet.

FAST FACTS

Full name

Republic of Burundi

Currency

Burundi Franc, BIF (FBu)

Population

8100000

Languages

  • English (other)
  • Swahili (other)
  • Kirundi (official)
  • French (official)

Time zone(s)

  • GMT/UTC: +2

Voltage

220V

Hertz

50Hz

Plugs

  • European plug with two circular metal pins

    European plug with two circular metal pins

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