JUNE 2026
“Cover-up of Crimes and Denial of Justice: An Examination of the Authorities’ Response to Systemic Violence on the Ground”
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
During the month of June 2026, the human rights situation in Burundi continued to deteriorate at an alarming rate. Field investigations confirm that laws and fundamental freedoms continue to be violated on a daily basis. The passivity of the police and the judiciary, combined with the direct involvement of certain state officials in various abuses, perpetuates a climate of total impunity throughout the country.
This month’s monitoring highlights the following key figures and trends:

