Curated OER
Case Study: Hutu and Tutsi
Students analyze the ethnic conflict between the Hutu and Tutsi in Rwanda and Burundi. They identify the three elements of ethnic conflict, read a handout and answer questions, examine a timeline, conduct research, and write an essay.
University of Pennsylvania
East Africa Living Encyclopedia: Burundi: Religion
Discusses the primary religious denominations in Burundi.
University of Pennsylvania
Burundi Langauges
Briefly details the official languages spoken in Burundi.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Burundi
Learn about religion in Burundi, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
University of Pennsylvania
African Studies Center: East Africa Living Encyclopedia: Burundi
Provides lots of solid information about the country of Burundi, including aspects such as the economy, government, religion, history, and geography. Note: Some links to external sites may no longer work.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Burundi
Learn about health in Burundi via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions Rainforest
Explore African rainforests at this richly illustrated and informative site from PBS. Learn about the people, economy, and countries of these densely forested zones.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions: Great Lakes
Explore the diverse and unique African Region of the Great Lakes. Within this region, you will learn about the countries, people, and economy. Uncover the beauty and diversity of this incredible region.
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United Nations
United Nations: Cartographic Section: Great Lakes Region (Map 1) [Pdf]
The United Nations offers this very clear map of part of the Great Lakes region in eastern Africa. The lakes, of course, are labeled, as are the rivers, major cities, and countries.
United Nations
United Nations: Cartographic Section: Great Lakes Region (Map 2) [Pdf]
This map of the Great Lakes region in Africa from the United Nations shows the large lakes, the countries the lakes touch, and rivers that flow into and out of the lakes.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Rwanda and Burundi: Relief Map
A relief map of both Rwandi and its neighbor, Burundi, showing the mountainous regions, major highways, and water physical features. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Burundi: Political Map
A political map of Burundi showing the provincial boundaries, major cities, and highways. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry-Castaneda Collection.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Burundi
Facts about Burundi including environmental issues, geography, government, people, water, economy, agriculture, health, natural resources, energy resources, and conflict.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burundi: Government
Read about the strides the Burundi government has made since the civil war of the 1990's. You'll find a chart of the governmental officials and a break-down of the branches of government and political parties. Informations is from the...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burundi: History
The history of Burundi parallels that of Rwandi, its close neighbor with a similar ethnic make-up. Read about the civil war and its aftermath. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Burundi
Explore this page to get a country profile of Burundi, background details, travel guide and numerous links to an abundance of information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Burundians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Burundians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Tutsi
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Tutsi people in Africa. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Hutu
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Hutu of Rwanda and Burundi. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Burundi
This resource provides general information on Burundi. It includes geography, natural resources, population, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues.
BBC
Bbc News: Country Profile: Burundi
BBC News presents a general overview on the poor East African country of Burundi. Includes country facts, information on leaders and media, and links to a timeline of key events and recent news.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burundi: Economy
Although civil war has threatened Burundi's economy in the past, see how the country is overcoming those problems and is on its way to developing a stronger economy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Burundi: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the East African country of Burundi.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Burundi
Flags of the World offers a large flag of Burundi with a description of the flag and the country coat of arms.