- William Shirming
Arriving in Bujumbura, I did not know anyone. Through InterNations I got in contact with the local expat community.
Welcome to the InterNations Community of Expats in Burundi!
Welcome to our vibrant expat community in Burundi! If you're planning to relocate, InterNations is the right place to get your questions answered before your move and meet new friends at monthly events and interest-based activities once you have arrived. In our forums, our members can help you navigate through the legislation prior to your move and make your relocation as smooth as possible. Our expats in Burundi are part of a network of members from around the world in some 390 global communities who are on hand to answer your questions. Whether you want to know more about obtaining a work visa, or Burundi's education system, there's someone here who knows the answer.
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Burundi, nestling between the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, and Rwanda, is a stunning region of natural beauty, where Lake Tanganyika, Africa's deepest lake, lies between breathtaking rock formations, waterfalls, and hot springs. Water skiing, sailing, and fishing are welcome on the lake, while Kajaga Beach is a popular destination. Burundi has plenty of restaurants, particularly in its capital, Bujumbura. Other activities include tennis, golf, bowling, horse riding, and a flying club. Its economy is mainly agricultural, the primary exports being coffee and tea, while the end of the civil war and a period of stability have improved Burundi's economic activity. There are several English-speaking schools and following Burundi's independence, the World Health Organization has been instrumental in improving public health services.
InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in Japan or Egypt, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.
Your Social Network for Expatriates in Burundi
The InterNations community enables members to network with and meet other expats in a safe, secure environment, where trust, respect, and cross-cultural understanding are the name of the game. We also offer monthly events and interest-based groups where you can meet up face-to-face with fellow expats to take part in various social activities.