Bernard Busokoza

Bernard Busokoza (born August 6, 1953) is a Burundi Tutsi politician who served as the Vice President of Burundi from October 2013 to February 1, 2014.

Bernard Busokoza
Vice President of Burundi
In office
October 2013 – February 1, 2014
Preceded byTherence Sinunguruza
Succeeded byProsper Bazombanza
Personal details
Born (1953-08-06) August 6, 1953
Commune of Mugamba, Bururi Province, Burundi

Early life and education

Busokoza was born on August 6, 1953 in Mugamba Commune, Bururi Province, Burundi.[1] In 1974, he graduated from the University of Burundi with a degree in economics.[1]

Business career

Busokoza has held various senior positions across the country in the telecommunications field.

He was vice chairman of the Board of Directors of Meridien Biao Bank from 1988 until 1991. And From 1996–1999, he was CEO of Africell Burundi.[1] He is currently the Vice-President of Africell's board.[1]

Vice Presidency

In October 2013, Therence Sinunguruza resigned as vice president and Busokoza assumed the position.[2]

Sacking

On February 1, 2014, after Busokoza opposed his plans to scrap presidential term limits, Pierre Nkurunziza, the President of Burundi, decided to dismiss Busokoza,[3] sparking a major political crisis in Burundi. Some even compared the crisis to the South Sudanese Civil War.[4]

Personal life

Busokoza is a father of 6 children.[1] He practices Catholicism.[1]

References
  1. "Qui est Bernard Busokoza ?" (in French). October 22, 2013. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
  2. Lansford, Tom. "Political Handbook of the World 2015". Google Books.
  3. "Crisis in Burundi As Vice President Escapes". February 5, 2014. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
  4. "BURUNDI ON THE PATH OF SOUTH SUDAN: PIERRE NKURUNZIZA VS BERNARD BUSOKOZA; SALVA KIIR VS RIEK MAKAR". February 5, 2014. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
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