Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré: Pan-African Icon or Controversial Coup Leader?
Capt. Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s 37-year-old military ruler, has captivated Africa and beyond with his bold pan-Africanist vision, railing against Western imperialism and...
Why Burkina Faso’s Captain Ibrahim Traoré Is Winning Hearts Across Africa
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the 37-year-old leader of Burkina Faso’s military junta, has emerged as a prominent and controversial figure in African politics. Since...
Traoré Denounces “Imperialists” on 64th Independence Anniversary
On the 64th anniversary of Burkina Faso’s independence, President Ibrahim Traoré delivered a defiant speech denouncing “imperialists” whom he accused of seeking to...
Burkina Faso Projects 18% Growth in Grain Production for 2024/2025 Season
Burkina Faso’s grain production is forecasted to grow by 18% in the upcoming 2024/2025 agricultural season, according to preliminary estimates from the Ministry...
Burkina Faso’s President Dismisses Prime Minister and Government Officials
Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has announced the dismissal of Prime Minister Apollinaire Kyelem de Tambela and the entire cabinet through a...
Ibrahim Traoré Directs Government to Cut Costs, Prioritize Public Needs
Burkinabe President Ibrahim Traoré has instructed his cabinet to reduce departmental expenses, redirecting the savings toward critical infrastructure projects to improve citizens’ lives....
Burkina Faso Detains Over 350 Suspects Amid Heightened Security Efforts Against Espionage and Hostile Surveillance
The government of Burkina Faso has detained more than 350 individuals over the past month on charges related to espionage and hostile surveillance,...
Exciting AFCON Qualifiers See Algeria and Burkina Faso Shine, Ghana Struggles
The latest round of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers delivered thrilling football as teams from across the continent battled for a...
Burkina Faso Suspends VOA News
Burkina Faso’s military junta has suspended U.S.-funded news organization Voice of America (VOA) for three months, citing concerns over the media outlet’s coverage...
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