Clean Water & Finance: CRDB Bank Burundi used its Bujumbura marathon to rally support for clean and safe water access, with the First Lady praising sport-linked social responsibility. Youth, Peace & Inclusion: The AU youth, peace and women dialogue opened in Bujumbura, pushing youth and women-led initiatives for sustainable development and conflict prevention, with water management at the center. Driver’s Licenses: After more than two years of shortages, Burundi’s PSR says biometric driver’s licenses are resuming production and collection, while warning against favoritism and “expediting” scams. Border & Land Pressure: Authorities warn Burundi’s natural borders with Rwanda and the DRC may shift as riverbank erosion and activities like farming and mining affect the Rusizi and Ruhwa river areas. Health & Human Capital: Burundi’s exclusive breastfeeding success is being highlighted as a test case for how health systems, workplace protections and public investment can lift maternal and child outcomes. Natural Capital Funding: The AfDB’s African Development Fund approved a $4.23m grant to integrate natural capital into development financing across 13 countries including Burundi. Regional Trade & Transport: Dar es Salaam port transit cargo rose 17% in 2025/26, with DRC-bound shipments driving growth, while Burundi-bound cargo fell slightly. Security & Politics: Burundian FNL rebels have resurfaced with calls for armed struggle against President Ndayishimiye, citing new statements and circulating videos.