AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDriver’s Licenses: Burundi’s Traffic and Road Safety Police (PSR) says biometric driver’s licenses are back—production and distribution will resume after a long shortage, with applicants told to wait for an SMS before collecting to reduce crowding, while PSR warns against people demanding money to “expedite” applications. Refugee Returns: Pressure is rising on Burundian refugees in Uganda’s Nakivale and Zambia’s Meheba as meetings promote “voluntary return”; some repatriations have started, but many still fear for safety—especially in Zambia. Border Safety: A man returning from Tanzania in Burunga province was found dead days after disappearing, with local authorities focusing on robbery/extortion-linked violence near the border. Anti-Trafficking: Burundi’s child trafficking watchdogs warn that summer holidays are a high-risk period, urging parents and communities to stay alert as networks allegedly recruit children for smuggling to neighboring countries. Sports & Travel: CAF’s Champions League preliminary draw sets early matchups for regional clubs, while Burundi’s presence also shows up in CAF Confederation Cup planning with a Burundi opponent listed for a first-round tie. US Travel Rules: The US made its visa bond programme permanent for citizens of Burundi and other countries—consular officers may require a refundable bond up to $20,000 for B1/B2 visas, affecting travel planning for visitors.
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