Burundi President Pierre Nkurunziza has died at the age of 55.
He died at Karusi Fiftieth Anniversary Hospital following a cardiac arrest on June 8, 2020.
“He watched a volleyball match on Saturday afternoon in Ngozi but became unwell later that night. He was rushed to hospital and by Sunday his health had improved. He was able to interact with people who were around him,” a statement from the Government Spokesman Prosper Ntahorwamiy reads.
“Burundi has lost a son, a President and a key figure of patriotism. He was an example to the people of Burundi as someone who respected God. I urge Burundians to remain calm and continue praying for the soul of the President,” the statement adds.
The government of Burundi has announced seven days of mourning. The country’s flags will be flown half-mast during this period.
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