‘No Comment’ in Burundi

The Burundian government desperately wants an overwhelming win in next month’s constitutional referendum that will enable the president to extend his term in office. To do this, it must present the image of unity in the country – and open debate and criticism are less than welcome. Expand Logo for Iwacu newspaper, "The voice of Burundi." © Iwacu As the referendum approaches, the government is brutally cracking down on suspected opponents and signaling clearly that those who do not register to vote in the referendum or who dare to vote “no” will face dire consequences. And that crackdown…

© Human Rights Watch - vendredi 20 avril 2018