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29 April 2026 | News Release

The Government of Burundi introduces the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to protect girls and prevent cervical cancer

Emergency

11 April 2026 | News Release

Burundi investigates illness that has caused five deaths

Emergency

10 March 2026 | Feature Story

WHO supports Burundi to deliver lifesaving emergency health assistance

31 October 2025 | Feature Story

Care centres at the heart of the mpox response in Burundi

Life expectancy at birth (years) — m/f (2021): 62 / 65.9
Healthy life expectancy at birth (years) (2021): 55.8
Under-five mortality rate (per 1 000 live births) (2023): 50
Adult mortality rate 15-60 years (per 1 000 population) — m/f (2021): 284.1 / 214.3
Health expenditure per capita (US$) (2023): 28.1
Health expenditure (% of GDP) (2023): 9.1

Source: WHO Global Health Observatory

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25 June 2026 | General Publication

The sentinel: Jan - Apr 2026

The first quarter of 2026 was marked by significant progress in public health in Burundi, underscoring the strength of national leadership and the value of strong strategic partnerships. From high-level visits to field interventions, collective efforts have translated into concrete results that directly benefit communities.

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