Burundi’s ruling party, CNDD-FDD, secured every seat in the June 5 parliamentary elections, officials announced on Wednesday.
The country’s election commission declared CNDD-FDD won 96.51 percent of the vote, sweeping all 100 National Assembly seats.
“None of the other parties reached the constitutional two percent threshold,” commission chief Prosper Ntahorwamiye said during a live broadcast.
The landslide victory leaves no room for opposition voices in parliament, prompting widespread concern from critics and international observers.
Observers reported various irregularities during the vote, casting doubt on the transparency and fairness of the electoral process.
Critics argue the outcome undermines Burundi’s democratic integrity and risks deepening political isolation and internal discontent.
The CNDD-FDD has dominated Burundian politics since the civil war ended in 2005, often facing accusations of authoritarianism and repression.
Human rights groups have long warned of shrinking political space, media restrictions, and harassment of opposition members.
While government supporters hail the result as a sign of unity, analysts warn it could further silence dissent and breed unrest.
International reaction remains cautious, as diplomats weigh concerns about legitimacy against hopes for regional stability.
Burundi’s political future now rests in the hands of one party, raising urgent questions about pluralism, accountability, and national cohesion.