The profound reverberations following the unexpected death of Mahamadi Baguian, widely known as «Marshall», continue to destabilize the very foundations of Burkina Faso’s transitional government. Far more than a mere tragic incident, the demise of this ardent supporter of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, occurring within the confines of state security detention, serves as a potent indicator […]
Ouagadougou witnessed a stark declaration on Thursday, April 2, as Captain Ibrahim Traoré, leader of Burkina Faso’s ruling military junta, openly urged the nation to abandon any notions of democracy. Broadcast on Radiotélévision du Burkina (RTB), Traoré’s unequivocal message, “Democracy is not for us,” was delivered directly to both local and international journalists, including representatives […]
Togo’s economic stability continued to be a key feature in February 2026, as the country registered a controlled, albeit slightly upward, movement in consumer prices. The inflation rate for this period stood at a modest 0.4%. This figure represents a marginal acceleration from the 0.2% recorded in the preceding month, indicating a sustained pattern of […]
The United States is amplifying its strategic signals directed at Niger, following prior diplomatic efforts and engagements in neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso. Such concerted action underscores Washington’s ambition to re-establish a significant diplomatic presence within the critical Sahel region. This proactive approach aims to foster regional stability, counter emerging threats, and reinforce American influence […]
In a significant development for anti-corruption efforts in Burkina Faso, the public prosecutor’s office of the Economic and Financial Division convened a press conference on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Ouagadougou. The briefing provided crucial updates on the escalating public funds embezzlement case within the Ministry of Humanitarian Action and National Solidarity, alongside a comprehensive […]
The General Directorate of Taxes (DGI) recently convened its 14th annual conference in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, from November 26 to 27, 2025. Focused on the pivotal theme, “Modernizing documentary archiving for DGI performance: challenges and prospects,” the two-day event brought together key stakeholders. Following 48 hours of intensive discussions, attendees endorsed two significant resolutions and […]
