The Burundi national anthem, “Burundi Bwacu” (Our Burundi), celebrates the unity and heritage of the Burundian nation. Below are the original lyrics in Kirundi and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Burundi Bwacu (Our Burundi)
- Written Date: 1962
- Lyricist: Jean-Baptiste Ntahokaja
- Composer: Marc Barengayabo
- Official Adoption Date: 1962
Original Lyrics in Kirundi
Burundi bwacu, bwâra iranga,
Nk’ikete ry’intore, ku muhero w’isi,
Warapfunywe ntiharigwa namba,
Intibagirwa kô, kô mu mashinga,
Ishengero ry’intore, ritazira umwami.
Abagabo n’abagore b’i Burundi,
Ibirindirira kô n’abagabo b’intôre,
Barazîra ntôre nk’ikete ry’intore,
Ntibatinya kô ishingiro,
Nk’ubwenge bw’intore, nk’ubugabo, nk’urukundo.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Burundi national anthem English version. “Burundi Bwacu” reflects the pride and unity of Burundi. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Our Burundi, gentle country,
Take your place in the concert of nations,
Acceded to independence with honourable intentions.
Wounded and bruised, you have remained master of yourself.
Sing the glory of your liberation
And raise high your flag!
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