Burkina Faso1 day agoBurkina Faso must 'forget' about democracy, military leader saysCapt Ibrahim Traoré, who seized power in 2023, says democratic rule would not work for his country.1 day ago2 days agoOver 1,800 killed since junta seized power in Burkina Faso, rights group saysHuman Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists "may be liable" for the killings.2 days ago27 Feb 2026Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina FasoHe used the girls' mother's life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.27 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Ghana tomato traders among dead in Burkina Faso attackSeven men from Ghana were "burnt beyond recognition" after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.16 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Her sons were killed by Islamist militants. She's among thousands who had to fleeYameogo Aminata says her four sons were slaughtered and her daughter is missing.11 Feb 20269 Feb 2026How off-the-shelf drones are changing jihadist warfare in West AfricaInsurgents have carried out a wave of drone strikes on military positions in the region. 9 Feb 20262 Feb 2026Three West African juntas have turned to Russia. Now the US wants to engage themThe US signals that restoring democracy is no longer a priority and it is ready to work with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger.2 Feb 202630 Jan 2026Burkina Faso junta announces ban on all political partiesThe multiparty system had been "promoting division among citizens", the country's interior minister said.30 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Ex-president accused of murder plot expelled from Togo to Burkina FasoPaul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba has not commented on the accusations from Burkina Faso.20 Jan 2026...
