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Head of state · Burundi

Évariste Ndayishimiye

President of Burundi

In office sinceJune 18, 20206 years, 3 months

Évariste Ndayishimiye is the President of Burundi, in office since June 18, 2020. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

Connections

Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

Head of governmentNestor NtahontuyePrime Minister of BurundiSince August 5, 2025 · 1 year, 2 months
U.S. chargé d’affairesTimothy (Tim) SikesU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Burundi
Ambassador to the U.S.Jean Bosco BaregeAmbassador of Burundi to the United StatesSince February 27, 2024 · 2 years, 7 months

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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).