Burundi Kingdom campaign medal against rebels 1962-1966
Key Information:
• Country: Burundi
• Type: Campaign / Military Medal
• Original name: Umudali w'Ibikenurwa
• Period: Kingdom of Burundi (1962–1966)
• Language: Kirundi
• Diameter: approx. 32.25 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse: Portrait of King Mwambutsa IV facing left, with crowned “M” monogram.
Reverse inscription:
“UMUDALI W'IBIKENURWA” – “Medal of the Campaign against Rebels”
“UBURUNDI” – “Burundi”
“GANZA SABWA” – “Reign and Rule”
Central emblem features shield with lion and traditional weapons.
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This medal was issued during the Kingdom of Burundi (1962–1966) under King Mwambutsa IV. It commemorates military actions against internal rebellions during the early independence period.
Summary:
Burundi Kingdom campaign medal with portrait of King Mwambutsa IV and original Kirundi inscription, rare early independence issue.