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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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BLOG COMPETITION

#Blog4Dev Burundi

Young Burundians are encouraged to apply to the World Bank Blog4Dev contest and potentially win a trip to Washington D.C.

REFUGEES

How Africa is Coping

Some of Africa’s poorest countries are going to great lengths to integrate refugee populations sustainably.

ECONOMY

Growth on the Upswing

The latest Africa’s Pulse report reveals a modest increase in economic growth, a timid recovery from last year’s record low.

BURUNDI AT A GLANCE

Burundi is a small landlocked country (27,830 sq.km) which is one of the five poorest countries in the world. It is the second most densely populated country in Africa (approximately 11.18 million people- 470 inhabitants/sq. km). Burundi ranks 180th out of 186 countries in terms of the Human Development Index. Nearly 64.9% of the population live below the poverty line.

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DATA

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PROJECTS

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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