Gitega prison fire
| Date | 7 December 2021 |
|---|---|
| Time | 04:00 CAT |
| Location | Gitega, Burundi |
| Coordinates | 03°25′34″S 29°56′08″E / 3.42611°S 29.93556°E |
| Cause | Electrical failure |
| Deaths | 38 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 69+ |
| Property damage | Unknown |
At approximately 04:00 CAT on 7 December 2021, a fire broke out in an overcrowded prison in Gitega, Burundi, killing at least 38 and injuring more than 69.