Burundi

Burundi Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Burundi
Common NameBurundi – /bəˈɹən.di/
NationalityBurundian(s) – noun, Burundian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1962 (from UN trusteeship under Belgian administration)
Administrative Divisions18 provinces
Total Population13.2 million (#77) with 14.8% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasGitega (capital city), Bujumbura (commercial capital)
Major LanguagesKirundi (official), French (official), English (official)
Electricity Access10.2% of total population
Internet Access5.8% of total population
CurrencyBurundi Francs (BIF)
Real GDP (PPP)$8.8 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$700 (#229) – 2021 estimate
Total Area27,830 sq km / 10,745 sq mi (#146) with 7.7% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Central Africa
Bordering CountriesDRC, Rwanda, Tanzania
Bordering Water BodiesNone

National Anthem: “Our Beloved Burundi”