Acknowledgements

This report was written by Caroline Sculier, researcher in the Africa division; and edited by Alison Des Forges, senior adviser in the Africa division; and Iain Levine, program director. It was reviewed also by James Ross, legal counsel.  Jeff Scott and Floriane Begasse, associates in the Africa division; Andrea Holley, manager for outreach and public education; Veronica Matushaj, photo editor and associate director in creative services; and Christine Lillie provided coordination and production assistance.

Human Rights Watch recognizes with appreciation funding for work on Burundi from ACT Netherlands, a joint project of Kerkinactie and ICCO, and Misereor.