By BUJATIMES Tech Desk
Burundi may be one of Africa’s smaller nations, but its tech
potential is growing quietly and steadily. With a rising generation of
innovators, coders, and digital entrepreneurs, the country is laying the
groundwork for a smarter, more connected future.
📱 Digital Growth in Motion
Internet and mobile phone usage in Burundi has increased significantly in
recent years. As access expands, so does opportunity — from mobile
money services like Lumicash and Ecocash to e-learning
platforms empowering students across the country.
🖥️ Youth at the Center
Tech hubs and coding bootcamps in Bujumbura are training young Burundians in
web development, digital marketing, and software engineering.
Many are building startups that solve local problems — from agriculture tech to
e-commerce.
🚀 Challenges & Opportunities
Yes, there are still hurdles: limited infrastructure, high data costs, and
low digital literacy in rural areas. But these challenges are fueling innovation
from the ground up, with youth-led initiatives and government-backed
programs driving change.
"Burundi’s tech future won’t be imported — it will be built by its
own people."
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