Burundi is a small country with an extremely fast growing population but a decreasing economy. read more
So according to me, three major factors can explain the food insecurity in Burundi: the high birth rate leading to more people to feed, the archaic agricultural technics and tools, and the limited space for agricultural activities. read more
In this interview with Cultural Anthropologist Laetitia van Haren, she discusses the situation in Burundi and the need for more attention to be placed on land access and food security in the region. Name: Laetitia van Haren. Affiliation: International Consultant. read more
Average annual food deficits in Burundi range from one fifth to more than one third of an annual average requirement of 1,746,000 tons of cereal, while food production has stagnated at pre-1993 levels. read more