A chronology of military takeovers in africa since 2020
Coup d’Etat Bénin recently became the latest nation on a growing list of African countries where military officers have attempted to seize control since 2020. The military takeover bid unfolded over several hours on Sunday before authorities declared it had been thwarted. In a scenario increasingly common across West Africa, a contingent of soldiers appeared […]
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Benin thwarts coup attempt: president declares situation ‘under control’
Africa Benin thwarts coup attempt: president declares situation ‘under control’ Gunfire erupted in the economic capital, and military personnel restricted access to the presidential palace. In Cotonou Article Why trust Le Devoir ? Benin’s government announced on Sunday that it had successfully thwarted a coup attempt aimed at overthrowing President Patrice Talon. The president confirmed the […]
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Burkina Faso’s transitional government targets corrupt officials
Burkina Faso’s transitional government targets corrupt officials Allegations of widespread corruption have been brought to light by the Korag, an oversight body established last year in Burkina Faso. This institution is tasked with “monitoring the execution of the nation’s strategic vision” throughout the transitional period. In a detailed statement, Korag revisited a four-year-old case involving […]
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Burkina Faso régime targets top magistrates in corruption crackdown
The administration led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré has announced the uncovering of a significant network of dishonest officials within the Ouagadougou Court of Appeal. These judicial officers, apprehended in October, face allegations of accepting payments to influence legal rulings. Significant irregularities within Burkina Faso’s judiciary According to an official statement reviewed on Thursday, approximately ten […]
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Notre intervention au Burkina Faso – Action contre la Faim
Nos opérations Burkina Faso Depuis 2008 Nos opérations Burkina Faso Chiffres clés Population:23 548 781 PIB par habitant:987,3 Indice de développement humain:186 / 193 Volume opérationnel:23 165 251 Personnes soutenues:1 238 398 Espérance de vie:61 ans Équipe:367 Burkina Faso Lieux d’intervention 1. Bobo-Dioulasso 2. Dori 3. Fada N’gourma 4. Ouagadougou 5. Ouahigouya 6. Tenkodogo Depuis […]
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Burkina Faso’s deepening displacement crisis: thousands uprooted by escalating violence
Humanitarian agencies have issued a stark warning: nearly 230,000 individuals have been displaced in Burkina Faso since the year began, a direct consequence of escalating jihadist group violence. This volatile security situation in the central Sahel region continues to severely impact children and their families. The Rapid Response Operational Coordination Group (GCORR) reports that approximately […]
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Human rights decline in Niger one year after military takeover
Click to expand Image (Nairobi) – One year has passed since the military takeover in Niger, and authorities have systematically suppressed opposition, independent media, and peaceful dissent, as reported today by Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH). The military regime has arbitrarily detained former President Mohamed Bazoum, along […]
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Military regimes in the Sahel: repression and unfulfilled promises
Widespread repression, arbitrary detentions, and severe restrictions on fundamental freedoms mark a period of escalating authoritarianism for the military regimes of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). These governments, facing profound crises of legitimacy, have made the environment increasingly challenging for human rights defenders and media outlets across Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. […]
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Rising concerns over press freedom in Niger as journalists face detention
The state of press freedom in Niger is currently under significant threat, with transition authorities accused of using intimidation and arbitrary arrests against media professionals covering security issues and the ongoing national conflict. Following the political upheaval on July 26, 2023—when Abdourahamane Tchiani, leader of the presidential guard, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum and established the […]
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Niger’s post-coup regime: escalating human rights concerns
Since the military coup on July 26, 2023, Nigerien authorities have engaged in arbitrary arrests of numerous former government officials and suppressed critical media outlets and peaceful opposition. This has been highlighted by Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International. These organizations urge the immediate release of all individuals detained for politically motivated reasons and emphasize […]
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Niger’s coup: why this sahelian upheaval stands apart and its serious global implications
The military takeover on July 26, orchestrated by General Tiani, which ousted President Bazoum in Niger, represents the latest in a troubling wave of such events sweeping across the Sahel region. Since 2020, the Sahel has witnessed six coups; with Niger, this tally now reaches seven. The reactions from both regional and international players have […]
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Burkina Faso’s political transition: navigating the post-compaoré era
The interpretation of what constitutes a coup d’état often varies, shaped by the self-interests and political will of the international community and its neighboring states. In Burkina Faso, the appointment of Transitional President Michel Kafando was notably deemed unconstitutional. For at least twelve months, the nation was set to operate under provisional institutions, meticulously assembled […]
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