On August 5, AFJN welcomed Ambassador Jean Bosco Barege of the Republic of Burundi and his team to our office for a rich exchange on humanitarian diplomacy, cultural engagement, and renewed collaboration to promote peace and deeper US-Burundi understanding. Discussions centered on collaborative opportunities that align with AFJN’s Africa-US relations mission. Previously AFJN worked on promoting peaceful coexistence in Burundi. AFJN looks forward to partnering with the embassy to showcase Burundi’s vibrant culture and provide a more balanced understanding of the country beyond common conflict-driven news narratives.