Burkina Faso Plans to Bring Back Death Penalty
Burkina Faso's military government approves bill to reintroduce capital punishment for serious crimes, reversing a 2018 abolition. Read the latest on the sweeping legal reforms.
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Chelsea Lead Race for Teen Star Mohamed Zongo
Chelsea are working to sign 16-year-old Mohamed Zongo, a highly-rated Burkina Faso midfielder, ahead of Premier League rivals Manchester City and Manchester United. Discover the details of the potential transfer.
Chelsea close to signing teen sensation Mohamed Zongo
Chelsea are working to sign 16-year-old Burkina Faso midfielder Mohamed Zongo, fending off interest from Manchester City and Manchester United. Discover the details of the deal.
Sahel conflict sends herders fleeing to coastal cities
Deadly violence in the Sahel region is stripping cattle herders of their livelihoods, forcing thousands to migrate to cities like Abidjan. Discover the human impact of this escalating crisis.
Islamic State claims deadly Mali barracks attack
Islamic State jihadists have claimed responsibility for a brutal attack on a military base in Mali that left dozens dead, marking one of the deadliest assaults on the country's armed forces this year.
Trump's colonial rule comments spark international condemnation
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism after reportedly praising colonial governance in Africa during private Republican dinner conversations, drawing condemnation from historians and diplomats.
West African states quit ICC, form new confederation
Military regimes in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announce a strategic 'Confederation' and jointly withdraw from the International Criminal Court, signalling a major geopolitical shift.
Vatican condemns 'barbaric' Burkina Faso church attack
The Vatican issues a powerful condemnation after a Catholic church massacre in Burkina Faso, denouncing extremist violence and calling for peace. Latest on the attack.
Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'
Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.
Dozens killed in drone strike on Burkina Faso military base
A major drone strike on a military base in Burkina Faso has resulted in significant casualties, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the nation's ongoing conflict with jihadist insurgents.
Climate crisis erodes Burkina Faso's painted houses
Rising temperatures and erratic rainfall are eroding the centuries-old UNESCO-listed painted houses of Tiébélé in Burkina Faso, putting a unique cultural heritage at risk.
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