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Burundi Map of Burundi showing its national boundaries with Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as major cities including Bujumbura, Gitega, Ngozi, Bubanza, Muramvya, Bururi, and Nyanza-Lac. Lakes Tanganyika, Kivu, and Victoria are also labeled. An inset locator map highlights Burundi's position within Africa. Historical map of eastern Africa around 1850 showing major states such as Kefa, Buganda, and the Sultanate of Zanzibar, along with minor states, stateless peoples, and the Maasai. Red lines trace major trade routes connecting inland regions to the Red Sea, Arabian Peninsula, and Indian Ocean, while green arrows indicate directions of expansion by groups like the Oromo and Maasai. Major lakes, rivers, and mountain landmarks are labeled throughout the region. Historical map of eastern Africa around 1914, showing the region divided among British, German, French, and Italian colonial powers. Different territories are color-coded by colonial ruler, with key locations such as British East Africa (Kenya and Uganda), German East Africa (including present-day Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi), Italian Somaliland, and French Somaliland labeled. Major lakes, rivers, and cities are also marked. Map of Africa in 1960 showing the political status of each territory or country. Many countries gained independence that year, including Nigeria, the Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Mali, Niger, Chad, and the Central African Republic. Countries already independent at that time included Ethiopia, Liberia, Ghana, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, and South Africa. More than 20 territories remained under colonial rule. Pierre Nkurunziza Map highlighting the location of Gitega, the national capital of Burundi, in central Africa. The map shows Burundi and its neighboring countries-Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, and Zambia-as well as nearby lakes Tanganyika and Victoria. An inset globe in the upper right corner shows the region's position within Africa. Evariste Ndayishimiye

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