Ibrahim Traore

Burkina Faso's military government dissolved hundreds of private organizations.

Burkina Faso's military leader Ibrahim Traore, who seized power in September 2022, declared that democracy is unsuitable for his nation and dissolved all political parties, abandoning promised 2024 elections while citing security concerns from persistent Islamist insurgencies.

Captain Ibrahim Traore, Burkina Faso's military leader, urges citizens to be patient with democracy. He claims democracy is not suitable for them.

The Burkinabe military and jihadists have killed over 1,800 civilians since 2023. Human Rights Watch calls for an investigation into Captain Ibrahim Traore for criminal liability.

Burkina Faso's government thwarted a coup attempt against President Capt. Ibrahim Traore

Burkina Faso authorities are accused of secretly detaining journalist Atiana Serge Oulon.

Burkina Faso's military leader Ibrahim Traore declared democracy incompatible with his nation, indefinitely postponing promised 2024 elections amid security concerns, as his government dissolved all political parties and faced accusations of killing twice as many civilians as insurgents since 2023.

Burkina Faso's military leader Traore reneged on election promises. He scrapped political parties in the country.

Burkina Faso's government introduced a new plan. The plan aims to reform the country's governance structure. A new constitution is expected to be drafted.

Burkina Faso's military government dissolves over 100 NGOs and civil society groups, sparking criticism.

Captain Ibrahim Traore, Burkina Faso's military leader since 2022, rejected democracy as incompatible with the nation's needs, claiming it "kills," while violence has tripled to 17,775 deaths under his rule, with most casualties attributed to government forces and allied militias.

Burkina Faso's military and allies have killed over 1,800 civilians since 2023. Human Rights Watch reported the abuses.

Burkina Faso's junta dissolves all political parties under Captain Ibrahim Traore's rule