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Burundi election: Citizens vote to replace president of 15 years

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In this edition, Burundi has held an election to replace President Pierre Kurunziza, who has been in power for fifteen years. Controversy has overshadowed the voting process with opposition politicians saying their supporters have been subject to intimidation. Also, Zimbabwe has received medical help from China to treat coronavirus patients. We'll bring you a report from our correspondents.

Added on the 21/05/2020 14:00:00 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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