In a televised speech on Thursday night, Pierre Nkurunziza said he would be a president for all, including those who did not vote for him.

He said that during his presidency “everyone will enjoy the same rights and opportunities without favouritism”.

Nkurunziza won 69% of the vote while his closest rival, Agathon Rwasa, got 19% in the July 21 elections.

The elections took place amid violence stemming from regular street protests against Nkurunziza’s bid for a third term in office, which many saw as unconstitutional.