Ahead of presidential and local elections in Burundi on Wednesday, the African Union (AU) Commission and the United Nations (UN) urged the authorities to provide a safe and secure environment for citizens to cast their votes.
Closure of OSESG-B
The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Burundi (OSESG-B) closed on 31 May 2021, transferring its responsibilities to the UN Country Team in Burundi, led by the Resident Coordinator.