Burundi

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Country Brief

Burundi has made progress in reaching political and social stability after experiencing four wars since independence in 1962. The World Bank finances projects in Burundi that provide budget support, assist economic reforms, and support improvements in agriculture, community development, education, electricity, healthcare, HIV/AIDS, transport, and water supply.

Population

8.3 Million

GDP per capita

$160

GDP growth

3.5 %

Life Expectancy

Income Level

Low

Poverty Ratio

68.0 %

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Feature Story

World Bank Vice President Congratulates Government on Commitment to Poverty Reduction

On a recent visit to Burundi, Rachel Kyte, World Bank vice president for sustainable growth, reaffirmed the World Bank's commitment to help the government implement its poverty reduction strategy.

Projects and Programs
Publications

Burundi has been rebuilding peace and security, modernize public finance, provide basic services and strengthen the agricultural sector.

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An Analysis of Trends Shaping Africa's Economic Future.

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Country Portfolio

	Active Bank projects	12
	Proposed Bank projects	0
	Start of Bank partnership	Sept 1963
	Total Bank Investment	$1,559 (billions)

Country Data

year 2008

71.0%

Improved water source, rural (% of rural population with access)

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Resources

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Multimedia

Meet Brenda Namata, East African Journalist

Brenda Namata joins the World Bank Annual Meetings (Fall 2011) to discuss the challenges -- and opportunities -- she has as an economics/business journalist for The East African publication.