JOURNAL ARTICLE

Political Leadership, Corruption and Development in Burundi.

  • Published In: African Renaissance (1744-2532), 2024, v. 21. P. 127 1 of 3

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Onu, Godwin; Ngwube, Arinze 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the complex relationship between political leadership corruption and economic development in Burundi, highlighting how systemic corruption among the political elite has severely hindered the country's socio-economic progress. It traces Burundi's history of ethnic conflict, political instability, and authoritarian governance since independence in 1962, showing how these factors entrenched corruption as a norm, undermining institutional integrity, deterring foreign investment, and weakening development efforts. Despite the establishment of anti-corruption laws and agencies, the paper finds that these measures have largely failed due to political interference, impunity, and weak governance structures. The authors argue that sustainable development in Burundi requires comprehensive institutional reforms, enhanced civic engagement, decentralization of power, and strengthened international cooperation to promote transparency, accountability, and good governance.

Additional Information

  • Source:African Renaissance (1744-2532). 2024/10, Vol. 21, p127
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1744-2532
  • DOI:10.31920/2516-5305/2024/sin3a6
  • Accession Number:182971969
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