At the heart of the Great Lakes Region, Burundi is a Country which is in developing way and one of the poorest countries of the world.
With 8.1 million inhabitants in 2007, and the area of 27 834 kilometers, the population density of this small landlocked country is estimated at
306 inhabitants per kilometer, is one of the strongest of the African Continent.
Burundi is surrounded by the Republic of Tanzania in Southern- East 'to the west by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda in
north. Socio-economic fractures dating back to the colonial occupation of the nineteenth century have contributed to him a particularly violent and troubled
past. Marked by coups, assassinations of the Heads of State and killings, the country has been caught in a cycle of violence and underdevelopment
interspersed with brief periods of peace followed by state repression even harsher and conflict armed.
As Leaders Grace Communion International- Burundi, We share in both the special privileges and unique challenges that are offered to us in our hurting country. As Shepherds of a scattered flock in the poorest parts of the world, we have the opportunity to share the love of Christ With those that need it most. But with this privilege come the challenges we all know so well: Lack of Resources and the Funding, Political Challenges, Disunited people, Poverty in Christian Communities and the overwhelming sense of need. Sometime, as laborers for Christ we feel alone and helpless. BUT WE NEVER GIVE UP!
Grace Communion International - Burundi is a non -profit denominational with registration number 530/1194 of 14th June, 2016. Following the instructions of God, G.C.I-Burundi was founded for the unification, edification, education and covering of God’s People.