Burundi opposition parties back President Ndayishimiye for 2027 re-election

Eleven opposition parties have endorsed President Evariste Ndayishimiye ahead of the May 3, 2027 presidential election, consolidating his path to a second term. The move signals a narrowing of political opposition in Burundi, though the durability of these alliances and any internal dissent remain uncertain. This development matters as it reinforces the ruling party's dominance in a country with a history of political violence.

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