Executive Branch
| Office | Name | Party | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Pierre Nkurunziza | CNDD-FDD | 26 August 2005 |
| Vice-presidents | Thérence Sinunguruza | UPRONA | 29 August 2010 |
| Gervais Rufyiri | 29 August 2010 |
The president is elected by the people. He nominates two vice-presidents, who form together with the Council of Ministers the executive branch.
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