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East Africa Annual Conference - Burundi

Burundi is the mother country of the United Methodist Church (UMC)in the East Africa Annual Conference (EAAC). The church established roots in 1984 under the leadership of the late Bishop Alfred Ndoricimpa.   


The church has since expanded to a total membership of 101,991 people across 247 churches. It has 10 districts with a pastoral team of 247 pastors.

EAAC is now struggling to meet the critical need of leadership training and theological education for the global mission in making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Brief History about Burundi

Burundi is a French speaking nation. English language is also spreading quickly. Primary education and Grade Six is compulsory. Female attendance within the primary education system is at 62%, while male is 84%. The literacy rate of the adult population is 51.6%, with a life expectancy of 52.1 years. Agriculture is the major income generating activity. Iit accounts to 45% of the GDP. The Per capita income is $119 US.