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UK statement on the death of President Nkurunziza of Burundi

British Ambassador to Burundi expresses her condolences to the Republic of Burundi and its people.

Published
11 June 2020
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Following the death of President Nkurunziza of Burundi on Monday 8 June, British Ambassador Jo Lomas said:

I would like to offer my condolences to the Republic of Burundi and its people at this time. We hope that following the recent elections, Burundi sees a peaceful transition and forges a path towards stability, democracy and prosperity.

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Published 11 June 2020