Burkina Faso’s misinformation war
With the help of “AI-generated images, deepfake anthems and algorithmic fervour”, Burkina Faso’s president has been transformed into a “digital…
The African village where crocodiles are worshipped, children ride on their backs (Pictures)
In Bazoulé village, Burkina Faso, crocodiles, one of the deadliest predators in the animal kingdom are worshipped and played with.…
Up to 200 people killed in attack in central Burkina Faso
An armed group linked to al-Qaeda, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), has claimed responsibility for what it says was an…
ICYMI: Burkina Faso announces the extension of military rule by another five years under an accord adopted during national consultations on Saturday.
This means, the thirty years old interim President, Capt. Ibrahim Traoré will continue serving in that position and also be…
Was Burkina Faso’s minister trashed in public? Read to find out
A video showing a man being beaten with sticks is viral online with the false claim that it shows the…
15 Christian worshippers killed in attack during service in Northern Burkina Faso
At least 15 Catholic worshippers were killed in a Burkina Faso village on Sunday when gunmen attacked a community as…
Revolutionary leader Thomas Sankara reburied in Burkina Faso
Former leader’s remains, and those of the 12 people who were killed with him, reburied at the site of their…
Ex Burkina Faso leader, Sankara for reburial next week
The body of Burkina Faso’s revolutionary leader Thomas Sankara is to be buried on Thursday alongside 12 comrades at the…
Coup d’etat in Burkina Faso
• Army Captain says country’s government overthrown over failure to deal with Islamic insurgency A Burkina Faso army captain on…
BREAKING: Burkina Faso President arrested by mutinous soldiers
The President of Burkina Faso, Roch Kaboré, has reportedly been detained by mutinying soldiers. Some troops in the West African…