Burundi: abuses by army

Agathon Rwasa reports on more abuses by the army of Burundi including the use of child soldiers some as young as nine. ……”FNL combatants also reportedly burned homes in four different communities in Kayanza province and stole cows, goats, and household goods in early October. They are also accused of injuring six people in an ambush and stealing their property. According to press accounts, witnesses said that most of the perpetrators were under 18 years old”

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