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Abbreviation | CNDD- |
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Country | Burundi |
Established | 1994-00-00 |
Disbanded | 0000-00-00 |
Contributor | 411 Name Removed |
Last Edited | RP - February 21, 2024 01:43pm |
Description | The National Council for the Defense of Democracy – Forces for the Defense of Democracy (CNDD–FDD):
The CNDD–FDD is the dominant political party in Burundi, with a history deeply intertwined with the country's civil war. Here's a breakdown:
Origins:
Formed in 1994 during the civil war, originally as two separate entities:
CNDD: Political wing, dominated by Hutu intellectuals.
FDD: Military wing, comprised of troops from across Burundi
Became a unified political party in 2005, winning the presidential and parliamentary elections.
Ideology and Controversies:
Officially described as a "social democratic" party, though criticized for authoritarian tendencies.
Accusations include:
Human rights abuses against political opponents and journalists.
Crackdowns on dissent and freedom of speech.
Election rigging and manipulation.
The party's youth wing, Imbonerakure, has been linked to human rights abuses and violence.
Current Status:
CNDD–FDD remains the ruling party in Burundi, led by President Évariste Ndayishimiye since 2020.
The party faces ongoing criticism for its human rights record and lack of democratic progress.
International sanctions have been imposed on some party members due to human rights violations.
Additional Points:
The CNDD–FDD is deeply entrenched in Burundian society and has strong support in rural areas.
The party's dominance has limited political competition and alternative voices in the country.
The future of Burundi remains uncertain, with concerns about the party's authoritarian tendencies and the potential for renewed instability. |
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09/07/2022 |
Burundi Prime Minister |
Gervais "Ndakugarika" Ndirakobuca |
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11/18/2021 |
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06/28/2020 |
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06/28/2020 |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of National Defense and Veterans Affairs |
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Burundi Minister of Justice |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of Communication, Information Technologies and Media |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of Public Service, Labor and Employment |
Domine Banyankimbona |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of Infrastructure, Equipment and Social Housing |
Déogratias Nsanganiyumwami |
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06/28/2020 |
Burundi Minister of Interior, Community Development and Public Security |
Gervais "Ndakugarika" Ndirakobuca |
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06/23/2020 |
Burundi Prime Minister |
Alain-Guillaume Bunyoni |
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05/20/2020 |
Burundi National Assembly |
National Council for the Defense of Democracy–Forces for the Defense of Democracy |
Won 72.00% (+45.00%)
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05/20/2020 |
Burundi President |
Évariste Ndayishimiye |
Won 71.45% (+46.30%)
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