Gatumba
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Avoid all travel to parts of Burundi; the advisory also notes a recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (15 May 2024) that may affect border areas.
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Political instability and armed conflict
- Risk of violent crime and terrorism
- Health risks, including proximity to Ebola‑affected areas in the DRC
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Gatumba month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Gatumba are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 27–28°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), July the coldest (average low 19°C), and April the wettest (about 288 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.5 | 19.9 | 208 | 10.2 |
| February | 28.0 | 20.3 | 156 | 10.2 |
| March | 27.9 | 20.4 | 171 | 10.3 |
| April | 26.5 | 20.2 | 288 | 10.4 |
| May | 26.7 | 19.9 | 126 | 11.1 |
| June | 27.1 | 19.0 | 10 | 11.4 |
| July | 27.2 | 18.6 | 3 | 11.2 |
| August | 28.4 | 19.3 | 4 | 11.3 |
| September | 29.6 | 20.1 | 22 | 11.3 |
| October | 28.9 | 20.3 | 83 | 10.8 |
| November | 27.6 | 20.0 | 141 | 10.3 |
| December | 27.4 | 20.0 | 217 | 10.4 |
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Research updated Saturday, August 8, 2026Past and future events in Gatumba
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Previously
- Gatumba massacre
On 13 August 2004, a force of armed combatants, many from the Forces for National Liberation (FNL), killed at least 166 Congolese civilians and wounded 106 at the Gatumba refugee camp.
- FNL statement on Gatumba massacre
In October 2005 the FNL issued a statement condemning the Gatumba massacre, denouncing leader Agathon Rwasa and announcing his replacement.
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01 · OverviewGatumba, in brief
Gatumba
Gatumba is a village situated in western Burundi within the Bujumbura Rural province. Positioned near the international border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the settlement operates within the Africa/Bujumbura timezone using the BIF currency and supports French (fr-BI) and Kirundi (rn) languages.
Home to 18,104 residents at latitude -3.33333 and longitude 29.25, the locale is historically defined by a refugee camp that became the site of a major civilian massacre on August 13, 2004. During the assault, armed combatants belonging predominantly to the Forces for National Liberation (FNL)—a rebel movement noted for its hostility to Tutsi—killed at least 166 Congolese civilians, largely targeting the Banyamulenge group, and wounded 106 others. Brigadier-General Germain Niyoyankana, head of the Burundian army, subsequently accused Congolese troops of complicity in the killings.
The attack prompted widespread international condemnation, resulting in a United Nations resolution and a declaration by the African Union designating the FNL as a terrorist organisation. The Burundian government issued arrest warrants for FNL leader Agathon Rwasa and stated its intention to refer the matter to the International Criminal Court, though no arrests have yet been made. In October 2005, the FNL issued a statement condemning the massacre, denouncing Rwasa for leading a descent into hell, and announcing his replacement after he was reported to have fled to Tanzania. Documentation concerning the events and subsequent diplomatic and humanitarian responses has been compiled by organizations including the BBC and Human Rights Watch, alongside formal records such as UN Resolution 1577 and UN Resolution 1602.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatumba
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01 · Q&AWhere is Gatumba located and what are its coordinates?
Gatumba is situated in Burundi at geographic coordinates -3.3333, 29.2500, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Gatumba?
Gatumba has a recorded population of approximately 18,104 and observes the Africa/Bujumbura time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Gatumba?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Gatumba include FR-BI, RN, with BIF used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Gatumba?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Gatumba, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.