#africanews #ibrahimtraore #burkinafaso Burkina Faso's young and charismatic leader, Ibrahim Traoré, has emerged as a major player in the political scene of West Africa, garnering both strong allies and adversaries. Traoré has taken decisive action to alter the political and security structures of the nation since assuming office in 2022. His strong opposition to imperialism and his attempts to uphold Burkina Faso's sovereignty have not been without consequences. People want him dead! In a recent turnout of events, there has been alleged plot by former Burkinabé leader Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba to overthrow the current head of state, Ibrahim Traoré. So, in today’s video, We’ll break down the political background, recent attempts to destabilize the country, and how these issues tie into broader challenges in Burkina Faso, from its fight against jihadist insurgencies to its search for development and stability. FOOTAGE licensed through Storyblocks
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