*🇧🇮Burundi's Ruling Party Fortifies Its Reign Amid Economic Strain* Burundi's June 2025 elections reaffirmed the CNDD-FDD's hold on power against a backdrop of political repression and economic adversity. Despite high reported turnout (70–80%), the opposition has been systematically sidelined, with the CNL suspended and its leaders excluded. Allegations of intimidation, ballot stuffing, and systemic harassment plagued the process, showcasing a democracy under duress. Concurrently, the country battles rampant inflation, fuel shortages, and economic hardships that test the regime's resilience. President Ndayishimiye's claims of improvement are increasingly met with skepticism, raising the stakes for potential future unrest. #burundi