Ibrahim Traoré estime que le Burkina Faso doit « oublier » la démocratie – BBC News Afrique
Le Burkina Faso doit « oublier » la démocratie, déclare son dirigeant militaire Lire uniquement le texte pour utiliser moins de données Crédit photo, TASS via Reuters Article Information Author, Wedaeli Chibelushi Published 3 avril 2026 Temps de lecture: 5 min La démocratie « tue » et le peuple burkinabé doit « l’oublier », a […]
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Burkina Faso military leader rejects democracy in new interview
The military leader of Burkina Faso has declared that the nation must abandon democratic governance, calling it incompatible with the country’s needs. Speaking in a televised interview, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, who seized power three years ago, argued that the West African nation requires an entirely different system to address its unique challenges. Traoré, 38, who […]
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Burkina Faso’s military leader rejects democracy as unworkable
Burkina Faso’s military leader rejects democracy as unworkable Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s military leader, has declared that the nation must “forget” democracy, calling it fundamentally incompatible with the country’s needs. Speaking in a televised interview, the 38-year-old head of state argued that Western-imposed democratic systems have repeatedly led to instability across Africa. Traoré, who […]
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Algeria and Niger expand strategic healthcare collaboration
During the second session of the Algeria-Niger Grand Joint Commission, both nations reaffirmed their dedication to intensifying cooperation in the healthcare sector. This initiative is part of a long-term strategic vision aimed at establishing a sustainable and effective partnership, according to a recent statement from the Ministry of Health. On the sidelines of this high-level […]
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Niger and China celebrate 50 years of medical cooperation and solidarity
The Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, Colonel-Major Garba Hakimi, presided over a ceremony at the Hôpital Général de Référence in Niamey to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team’s presence in Niger. Over the past five decades, various medical cohorts from China have worked on Nigerien soil, offering their specialized knowledge and […]
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Burkina Faso’s national health financing forum concludes in Ouagadougou
The inaugural National Forum on Health Financing (FONAFIS) in Burkina Faso, which commenced on March 25 under the patronage of Burkinabe Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo in Ouagadougou, concluded its proceedings on March 27. This high-level gathering brought together prominent political figures, both local and international experts, alongside technical and financial partners (TFPs). Their […]
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Togo’s february 2026 inflation: a contained increase in consumer prices
Togo demonstrates commendable economic resilience as its consumer price inflation remained notably subdued in February 2026. Official figures reveal a modest rise, with the inflation rate reaching 0.4% during the month, a slight progression from the 0.2% observed in the preceding period. This controlled increase underscores the nation’s commitment to maintaining price stability, fostering a […]
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America’s renewed diplomatic outreach to the Sahel, with a pivot to Niamey
The United States is actively amplifying its diplomatic signals towards Niger, building upon similar strategic movements and high-level engagements previously undertaken in Mali and Burkina Faso. This concerted effort by Washington signifies a deliberate attempt to re-establish and reinforce its diplomatic footprint across the pivotal Sahel region, underscoring a broader shift in its African foreign […]
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Togo diplomacy under Faure Gnassingbé amid Russia, ECOWAS and AES tensions
Silence speaks volumes in Togo’s diplomatic playbook. On March 9, 2026, Russia’s Defense Minister, Andrei Belousov, touched down in Lomé by plane the day prior, yet his meeting with Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé remained shrouded in secrecy. According to an insider at the Togolese presidency, the encounter took place as confirmed by Jeune Afrique, yet no […]
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Niger health plan leverages integrated digital ecosystem
The Niger government has launched a comprehensive health initiative backed by a $179.3 million bilateral agreement with the United States, spanning five years. This landmark collaboration underscores a strategic shift toward sustainable healthcare transformation in the region. Under the agreement, the U.S. will contribute $107.4 million to combat malaria, enhance maternal and child health, and […]
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Site partenaire Burkina Faso – ANRS MIE
Site partenaire Burkina Faso Dernière mise à jour le 28 avril 2026 Partager : Partager sur Twitter Partager sur Linkedin Partager L’essentiel sur le Site partenaire Burkina Faso Le Site partenaire Burkina Faso s’articule principalement autour du Centre Muraz de l’Institut national de Santé publique (INSP) à Bobo-Dioulasso et du Centre de Recherche international pour […]
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Soaring hunger crisis grips Somalia as drought devastates lives
The Horn of Africa nation of Somalia faces an escalating famine threat, with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) warning of a deepening food security crisis. Over 6.5 million people now struggle with severe food insecurity, battered by relentless drought conditions that have crippled livelihoods across the country. pastoral livelihoods crumble under climate […]
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