Burundi's controversial referendum set for May 17

Burundi's President, Pierre Nkurunziza has signed a decree setting May 17, for a referendum on changes to the constitution, could keep him in power until 2034.
 
This comes days after some ruling party members bestowed on him the title of "Eternal Supreme Guide." 

The decree,  could lead to more unrest in the East African country that saw deadly political violence after the President's disputed decision in 2015, to seek a third term.

Opposition and human rights groups have called the referendum a plot by President Nkurunziza to stay in power for life. 
 
The proposed changes to the constitution include extending the Presidential term from five to seven years. Mr. Nkurunziza's current term expires in 2020.

At least one thousand two hundred people were killed and more than four hundred thousand fled the country in the chaos following the President's decision  to run for a third term.

SOURCE: FRANCE24
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