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Burundi: World
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Burundi existed as an independent kingdom from the sixteenth century. In 1903, it became a German colony and passed to Belgium in World War I. It was part of the Belgian League of Nations mandate of Ruanda-Urundi in 1923, later a United Nations Trust Territory under Belgian administrative authority following World War II.
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Burundi is listed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as endemic for yellow fever. Some airlines may require passengers to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate before being allowed to board flights out of the country. If in doubt, check with your airline.
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Ironically, Archbishop Williams issued a most powerful exhortation to carry the need and suffering in the world at the enthronement of the primate of Burundi, Archbishop Bernard Ntahoturi, in 2005. The following is an excerpt of Abp. Rowan Williams’ sermon. at the enthronement.
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Burundi travel to Copenhagen 2007 to participate in their second Homeless World Cup. They are a young team and hope their youth and enthusism will help them improve on last years ranking. World Ranking: Copenhagen 2007 - 27th; Cape Town 2006 - 41st
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