Burundian Events Response

Burundi has a history of violence. The genocide and civil war this country has endured has left so many scars that will take a long time to heal or never will.  This article should awaken people to the fact that Burundi is once again at the brink of a civil war. The author David Blair has been the voice of many Africans throughout the years. Starting in Zimbabwe where he was kicked out by the president, he understands dictators and exactly how much power they have over their citizens. David Blair is more experienced in African politics and thus can predict the truth but also be cynical about the prospects of Burundi. For the individual tucked away safely at home this article has little meaning. Many care very little simply because it doesn't affect them. For the Burundian civilian or even refugee, this article is desperate hope for their voice to finally be heard. Besides keeping those interested and involved in the conflict informed, this article presents to countries again just how desperately fragile the Burundian situation is right now. It’s a warning, a call to peace, before this problem becomes a repeat of events in Burundi's violent history.