General Evariste Ndayishimiye, who was this week sworn in as Burundi’s ninth president following an election win and the untimely demise of his predecessor, Pierre Nkurunziza, represents exciting prospects for his country.
The circumstances leading to his ascent to the helm may look like another chapter from the country’s chequered political history. Despite all the twists and turns leading to his inauguration, he has a unique opportunity to chart a course that better responds to current realities and Burundians’ aspirations.
