Politics and governance: national actors mobilized to prepare for the 2027 elections

Under the presidency of the Burundian Head of State, Évariste Ndayishimiye, an exchange meeting bringing together political parties, civil society organizations and several stakeholders involved in the electoral process takes place this Friday, May 15, 2026 at the Presidential Palace of Kiriri, in Bujumbura.

This meeting is part of the preparations for the presidential election scheduled for 2027. It aims to promote dialogue between the various actors concerned in order to create a climate conducive to the organization of a peaceful, transparent and inclusive election.

Placed under the theme: "All together, let's prepare peaceful, transparent and inclusive elections", this meeting is also an opportunity for participants to discuss the challenges, responsibilities and mechanisms necessary to ensure the smooth running of the electoral process.

Representatives of political parties, civil society organizations and other partners involved in elections are called upon to actively contribute to discussions in order to strengthen trust, political dialogue and citizen participation in accordance with laws and democratic principles.

Through this initiative, the Burundian authorities intend to promote a dynamic of consultation and collaboration between the various national actors in order to consolidate political stability and the climate of peace as the 2027 election deadlines approach.