Burkina Faso has been making headlines due to a series of tragic events, including attacks by armed groups resulting in civilian casualties and the massacre of nearly 100 civilians, prompting international calls for investigations. The country has also been affected by violence from jihadist rebellions, with reports of executions and drone strikes targeting extremists. Additionally, Burkina Faso, along with Niger and Mali, announced their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) due to perceived inhumane sanctions and lack of support for their military-led governments.
Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa, bordered by six nations. It has faced challenges from jihadist insurgencies and armed groups, leading to instability and violence in the region. The country has a rich cultural heritage and diverse ethnic groups, with a history of political upheavals and military coups. Burkina Faso has a population of over 20 million people and is known for its traditional music, dance, and art. The capital city is Ouagadougou, and the official language is French. Burkina Faso relies on agriculture and mining as key economic sectors, with challenges such as poverty, food insecurity, and lack of infrastructure impacting its development.
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Mali's army says a senior Islamic State group commander wanted in connection with one of the deadliest attacks on U.S. forces in Africa has been killed
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The Guardian and Le Monde among latest outlets hit with restrictions, following on from BBC and VOA last week
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Rights groups say the Russian mercenary group known as Wagner is helping government forces in central and northern Mali carry out raids and drone strikes that have killed scores of civilians
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The army chiefs of military-ruled Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso on Wednesday announced the creation of a joint force to battle long-running jihadist rebellions raging in their countries.
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Around 170 people were "executed" in attacks on three villages in northern Burkina Faso a week ago, a regional public prosecutor said Sunday.
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Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have announced their immediate withdrawal from ECOWAS, citing inhumane sanctions and a lack of support for their military-led governments.
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Human Rights Watch accuses Burkina Faso's security forces of killing at least 60 civilians in drone strikes targeting extremists.
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Morocco cruised to a 3-0 win against Tanzania, while Burkina Faso secured a late stoppage-time penalty to edge Mauritania 1-0.
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The French embassy in Niger has closed following strained relations and a military coup in the country.
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The United Nations has concluded its 10-year peacekeeping mission in Mali, in response to the government's assertion that the force was inadequate to address the escalating violent extremism in the country.
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Rebels linked to the Islamic State group attacked and killed at least 44 villagers in separate incidents in Congo's volatile east.
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The European Union is calling for an investigation into the massacre of nearly 100 civilians, including women and children, in Burkina Faso.
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Multiple attacks by armed groups in northern Mali have resulted in dozens of deaths and widespread displacement.
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Niger's military junta has ordered the French ambassador to leave the country within 48 hours, citing actions by the French government that were 'contrary to the interests of Niger'.
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Militants launch deadly attacks in Mali and Burkina Faso, killing soldiers and civilians