Burkina Faso
News from Burkina Faso
Russian ship defies sanctions to send military vehicles to Mali
The ship carried armoured personnel carriers and trucks through the English Channel to Africa, satellite images show.
August 1, 2026ICC concerns over 'significant' franchise corruption
The ICC are formulating plans to tackle what it has called "significant corruption concerns" in franchise tournaments around the globe.
July 9, 2026Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France
The West African country's junta accused the former colonial power of undermining its national interests.
June 27, 2026France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations - Reuters
France considers measures after Burkina Faso breaks off relations Reuters
June 27, 2026Burkina Faso breaks off diplomatic relations with France - Reuters
Burkina Faso breaks off diplomatic relations with France Reuters
June 26, 2026Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says - Reuters
Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says Reuters
June 16, 2026France seeks to move beyond colonial ties by meeting African leaders in Kenya
In a first since these meetings started in the 1970s, this move reflects a change in France's thinking.
May 12, 2026Mali junta leader names himself defence minister after predecessor killed
Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.
May 4, 2026Russian fighters confirm withdrawal from northern Mali city after separatist attacks
Ethnic Tuareg fighters say they are in control of Kidal following a weekend of nationwide attacks, alongside Islamist groups.
April 27, 2026Benin finance minister expected to coast to presidential election win - Reuters
Benin finance minister expected to coast to presidential election win Reuters
April 12, 2026Spreading Islamist insurgency dominates Benin's presidential campaign
Cross-border raids from militant Islamists are increasingly threatening the West African state's stability.
April 9, 2026Over 1,800 killed since junta seized power in Burkina Faso, rights group says
Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists "may be liable" for the killings.
April 2, 2026Gold prices slump as Trump threatens more attacks on Iran - reuters.com
Gold prices slump as Trump threatens more attacks on Iran reuters.com
April 2, 2026Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
He used the girls' mother's life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.
February 27, 2026