Country: Burundi | Journal of Democracy

July 2016, Volume 27, Issue 3

The Struggle Over Term Limits in Africa: How International Pressure Can Help

Brett L. Carter

The interplay between elections, popular protests, and international pressures has a profound effect on the behavior of African autocrats and their ability to stay in power even after their time is up.

January 2006, Volume 17, Issue 1

Burundi’s Transition: A Beacon for Central Africa

Dave Peterson

After a long and bloody civil conflict, Burundi has established a new democratic regime. Does its tenuous but hopeful example hold lessons that might help its troubled neighbors?

January 2006, Volume 17, Issue 1

Burundi’s Transition: Training Leaders for Peace

Burundi's leaders are learning to embrace a culture of discussion and consensus that offers a way out of the abyss of civil war.