Burundi

The World Bank In Burundi

The World Bank finances projects in Burundi that support agriculture, community development, education, electricity, healthcare, HIV/AIDS treatment, transport, and a better access to water.

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Burundi At-A-Glance

Burundi is a small landlocked country (27,830 km²) and one of the five poorest countries in the world. It is the second most densely populated country in Africa (approximately 11.2 million people and 470 inhabitants/km²). With close to 65% of its population living below the poverty line, Burundi ranks 180th out of 186 countries on the Human Development Index. Poverty overwhelmingly affects small rural...

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Coffee Sector Competitiveness Project

Agriculture is a key sector for Burundi’s economy representing almost 40% of GDP and 90% of exports. With financing up to $55 million, the Coffee Sector Competitiveness Project is working to modernize the country’s coffee value chain.

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