Burundi-Russia Diplomacy: President Evariste Ndayishimiye met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Bujumbura, agreeing to back African-led peace efforts and discussing cooperation in energy, health, agriculture, transport, security, infrastructure, technology, education and investment; Lavrov also invited Ndayishimiye to the October 2026 Russia-Africa Summit. Nuclear and Industry Talks: Burundi and Russia discussed investing in chemical plants and energy cooperation, while Lavrov said Russia can support Burundi with technical help for small nuclear power plants, including training via Rosatom. Ngozi Market Fire: A fire in Ngozi’s main market killed one person and destroyed about 80% of stalls; authorities say rehabilitation is imminent and a commission will assess losses and causes. Refugee Camp Court Case: A Burundian asylum seeker was jailed for leaving Dzaleka Refugee Camp without authorization and ordered back to the camp after serving his sentence. Regional Health Watch: Africa CDC urged sustained action as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda surpassed 600 deaths, noting financing and safe burial gaps. Sports (U-17 WWCQ): CAF named Ugandan Shamirah Nabadda as centre referee for Benin vs Nigeria, with Burundi’s Fides Bangurambona as second assistant referee. People-to-People Ties: Kenya reaffirmed strong ties with Burundi during the 64th independence anniversary celebrations, highlighting exchanges, trade and cultural links.