Why We Work in Burundi
Fistula Foundation is not currently working in Burundi.
Like many of the countries where we work, Burundi is one of the poorest and most underdeveloped countries in the world according to the United Nations Human Development Index. Although not as well known as the genocide that took place in neighboring Rwanda, Burundi underwent a civil war from 1993-2005 that killed 200,000 members of its population. This continues to have a significant effect on the country’s development.
Risk factors for obstetric fistula are prevalent in Burundi. It has an impoverished rural population and access to maternal healthcare is limited. Early marriage is common and the fertility rate is one of the highest in the world. In addition, according to a 2006 survey by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), traditionally-held beliefs can also contribute: some Burundians believe a ‘real’ woman should be able to deliver on her own without any skilled personnel to assist.
What You Help Us Do
We made the following investments to build Burundi’s in-country medical services and provide life-transforming surgery to as many women as possible:
Meet Our Partners
We are currently not funding any projects in the country.
Women and Health Alliance International (WAHA International)
- Location: Gihofi
- Partner In: 2014
How much funding have we granted?
Below are funding totals since the start of each partnership.
Past Partners
- Women and Health Alliance International (WAHA International): $166,000