November 25
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - How to Curb Persistent Terrorist Threat
Cameroon Tribune
Government and the international community are fighting tooth and nail to bring long-lasting peace in the country. Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Sends Medical Aid Shipment to Burkina Faso
Egypt Online
Egypt's Ambassador in Ouagadougou Ibrhaim Abdel Azim al Kholi has handed over a shipment of medical aid sent by Egypt to Burkina Faso to help it face the impacts of the… Read more »
November 23
Burkina Faso: Healthcare Centre Burnt Down Amid Violent Surge in Burkina Faso [press release]
MSF
On 21 November 2021, a healthcare centre supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in Foube, Barsalogho department, in the Centre-North region of Burkina Faso, was… Read more »
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Internet Shutdown Continues Into Fourth Day
VOA
The shutdown of internet access via mobile phone networks that began Saturday dragged on for a fourth day Tuesday. The government said in a statement the shutdown is in the… Read more »
Burkina Faso: Health Post Completely Burned Down - MSF [press release]
MSF
On 21 November 2021, a healthcare centre supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in Foube, Barsalogho department, in the Centre-North region of Burkina Faso, was… Read more »
November 22
Burkina Faso: Internet Shutdown Curtails Information, Draws Criticism
VOA
An internet and mobile phone disruption that began in Burkina Faso on Saturday continued into Monday, causing a widespread communication blackout, confusion and frustration. Read more »
November 21
Burkina Faso: Protesters Gather Outside Ouagadougou to Block French Military Convoy Headed to Niger
VOA
Up to 200 protesters in Burkina Faso gathered on the outskirts of the capital, Ouagadougou, Sunday, aiming to block a French military convoy that has been trying to reach… Read more »
November 20
Burkina Faso: French Soldiers Injure Protesters
DW
Several local protesters were injured after French soldiers fired warning shots into a civilian blockade. Anger against France's military intervention has been growing in the… Read more »
November 18
Africa: Let's Use the Covid-19 Wakeup Call to Help Women Rise From the Nightmare of Cervical Cancer [guest column]
allAfrica
Four African First Ladies and Tedros of WHO issue urgent appeal for health equity Read more »
November 17
Algeria/Burkina Faso: World Cup Qualifier - President Tebboune Congratulates National Team On Reaching Play-Offs
Algerie Presse Service
President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune congratulated national football team over their qualifying for the playoffs of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, after their draw… Read more »
November 16
Egypt: Egypt Decries Terrorist Attack in Northern Burkina Faso
Egypt Online
Egypt condemned on Sunday's terrorist attack in northern Burkina Faso that left at least 20 police personnel and civilians dead. Read more »
November 15
Burkina Faso: Attack on Military Outpost Kills 32, Heightens Pressure On Government
VOA
Burkina Faso's government says at least 32 military police were killed Sunday in the latest attack on security forces. Analysts say security in the West African country has… Read more »
November 10
Namibia: Namibian Stars Head to Sotigui Awards
Namibian
NAMIBIAN stars continue to shine bright in Burkina Faso as actors Armas Shivute and Adriano Visagie ready for this year's Sotigui Awards. Read more »
November 09
Burkina Faso: Gold Mining in Burkina Faso Becomes Increasingly Dangerous
VOA
Terror attacks on gold mining operations in Burkina Faso are becoming a regular occurrence. For VOA, reporter Henry Wilkins looks at the impact the attacks are having on the lives… Read more »
November 06
Burkina Faso: Rebuilding a Future for the Displaced People of Burkina Faso - a Resident Coordinator Blog
UN News
More than a million people in Burkina Faso have been displaced from their homes, victims of ongoing conflict and poverty. Nevertheless, following a recent visit to the central and… Read more »
November 04
Burkina Faso: Cycling Race Traverses Conflict-Stricken Burkina Faso
VOA
The Tour Du Faso, a 10-day bicycle race through the conflict-stricken West African country of Burkina Faso, began in the southern city of Banfora on October 29. One Burkinabe rider… Read more »
November 02
Burkina Faso: 10 Civilians Murdered in the North By Suspected Jihadists - Officials
RFI
An attack by suspected jihadists killed 10 people in the north of Burkina Faso near the Niger border, according to military officials, while four others were kidnapped. Read more »
October 28
Africa: How to Respond to a 'Year of Coups?' We Can Try in Mali. [analysis]
USIP
Armed coup attempts have struck five countries of the greater Sahel. Better policies can help reverse that. Read more »
