A close look at Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traore

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🇧🇫Another 10 thousand soldiers will be recruited into the Burkina Faso army to strengthen the armed forces.

This was stated by the President of Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traoré, during his address to the current forces.

“Terrorists have no religion. There is no alliance with terrorists: either we fight them, or they fight us. We chose the fight. To achieve this, we have doubled our weapons. To strengthen our army, 10 thousand soldiers will be recruited. We want our army to reach a level that has never been equaled in the sub-region”, he stressed.

Traoré added that there are forces in Côte d'Ivoire that are engaged in destabilizing the situation in Burkina Faso.

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Captain Ibrahim Traoré Survives Sixteenth Coup Attempt in Burkina Faso.

Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the 36-year-old president of Burkina Faso, has once again survived an attempt to oust him from office, marking the sixteenth coup attempt during his tenure. It's notable that Traoré himself came to power through a coup d'état, highlighting the intense political instability in the region.

A New Alliance in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have recently forged a significant alliance named the 'Coalition of Sub-Saharan Countries.' This coalition aims to combat French colonial intervention and promote greater self-determination for the member states.

Key Moves by the Coalition;
1. Halting Gold Exports: The coalition has stopped exporting gold, a critical resource for their economies, in a move to assert economic independence and resist external influences.

2. Exit from the West African Community: In a bold step towards sovereignty, the coalition members have left the West African Community, signaling a break from traditional regional alliances.

3. Plans for a New Currency: Moving away from the franc, which has long been associated with French colonial legacy, the coalition is working on creating their own currency. This move aims to establish greater economic autonomy and strengthen intra-regional trade and cooperation.

👉🏻Implications for the Region
The actions of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger reflect a broader trend of resistance against neocolonial influence in Africa. By taking control of their resources and forming new alliances, these countries are striving to pave the way for a more self-sufficient and independent future.

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🔴Independence Is Not Given, It Is Earned: Building True Freedom Through Unity and Vigilance in Burkina Faso - Full Speech by Ibrahim Traoré, August 6th

This morning, August 6th, God has granted us the grace to gather and honor our flag. Two days ago, on August 4th, we celebrated the anniversary of the revolution in Burkina Faso, which marked the beginning of our true independence struggle. On August 4th, 1984, Burkina Faso was born with the flag we have just raised, along with new emblems and a new national anthem. Everything was changed to give new hope to our country. This, of course, was on the eve of August 5th, which marks the proclamation of the independence that was given to us in 1960.

So, I hope that we can work and ensure that next year, at the same celebration, we are consolidating the real independence we are fighting for today. Everyone must get involved, because independence is not given, it is earned, and this is the struggle we are currently engaged in.

For several weeks, there have been rumors of attempts to destabilize our country, and I think some media have also reported on this. As a worker at the presidency, it is my duty to provide you with accurate information so that you can inform others in return, and for your own peace of mind and confidence in your work.

Indeed, for a long time, we have been monitoring a cell in a neighboring country, directed by Western intelligence services, primarily against our country. The operations were mainly supposed to start at the end of May. This was to involve an intense communication war against our country, an information war as well. Our IT systems were to be attacked to create a blackout. In addition, there is a soft and passive economic war that does not reveal its name, which we have also managed to contain. Several planned attacks on sensitive points were planned. Another phase was targeted assassinations, which were also planned, and then mass attacks were to occur within the defense and security forces (FDS), but especially cowardly attacks in the cities targeting primarily the agents of the citizen watch, known as W.

We have indeed monitored the progression of their plan, and the final assault was supposed to take place through a recruitment, so to speak, of agents inside. From the communication war to everything I have mentioned, we have tried to contain the situation. Some individuals were arrested in this subversion, in the attack plan, about ten of them. Unfortunately, FDS personnel were arrested with proven complicity with the terrorists, who are different from those involved in the subversion. These personnel were in contact with the terrorists, providing them with the necessary information to carry out attacks. It is unfortunate that these were Burkinabé, including FDS personnel, but that is the case.

In addition, some media reported that certain elements of the Rapid Intervention Brigades (BIR) were contacted. It's true, you know that the BIR are at the forefront of the fight we are currently leading. All those who were approached reported to us, and we are monitoring the situation. It is unfortunate to want to remain abroad and manipulate soldiers inside to do what you want. It’s the intelligence of our soldiers, and everyone understood that. I think these officers who manipulate are all outside and continue their work from abroad. It is not honorable for an officer to act this way. I think for more dignity, it would be better if they returned and led their project themselves, and we are waiting for them.

This is to tell you that we are monitoring the situation and will continue to serve and act to always maintain the course we have taken because it is a long-term struggle. These events will not stop. We disturb many people, we know that. Independence, as I told you, is earned. Therefore, these destabilization projects will always continue to exist, but we will fight against them. Because a revolution is always fought, but a revolution also has guardians who maintain it, and you are part of it. There are people who have not yet been arrested, who think they have been lucky. No, they have not been lucky, we are monitoring them. So, I invite all those involved in these projects to desist because we will not hesitate for a single moment to act as necessary for the interests of Burkina Faso. I hope they understand us and hear us.

So, this is the information I wanted to give you, and let people remain calm. We will continue to progress and take all necessary measures to ensure that Burkina Faso exists and is as we wish it to be.

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Ibrahim Traore has been making headlines for some days now. Probably many are wondering who this lad is.
Well here it is
Ibrahim Traore is the current President of Burkina Faso. Born Jan 1988,he is currently the youngest head of state in the world.
He went to the university of Ougadougou where he graduated with Honours.
He joined the Burkina Faso army in 2009 where he quickly rose in ranks. He was sent to Morocco for anti-aircraft training. He subsequently came back and was put in charge of an infantry in Kaya.
He was involved in the Mali war and also helped to suppress the jihadist uprising in Burkina Faso.
Traoré was part of the group of army officers that supported the January 2022 Burkina Faso coup d'état and brought the Patriotic Movement for Safeguard and Restoration military junta to power. This came after a large section of young Army soldiers became dissatisfied with the government and the performance of Paul-henri Sandaogo Damiba.
Following the coup, Ibrahim Traore assumed the office the supreme head of state, supreme head of armed forces.
In 2023 the government of Traore expelled the France forces that was assisting in the Fight against Jihadist insurgency.
Traore is for the idea to Unite Mali and quinea and if the three happens to hit an agreement it will be the largest territory ruled by millitary Junta.
During the recent visit to Russia where they met Putin, Traore expressed dissatisfaction with the way in which the African continent is still poor despite having all the resources enough to make us a super power continent.
Indeed many of us share in Traore's sentiments.
Western countries should let us chat our own path,male our own decisions and be able to enjoy the proceeds of our resources.
Traore brings fond memories of Thomas Sankara who had the best of interest for his country and Africa at large.
We will not be puppets and 'raw material continent" forever.

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🇧🇫 Situation in Burkina Faso: Clashes in the East and Expansion of the Militants' Attack Zone to the South
Summary for August 1 - 21, 2024

Air strikes on the camps and gathering places of Islamic radicals, which prevailed in the previous month, paved the way for the activation of ground operations by the Burkina Faso armed forces.

▪️In the Eastern Region, joint actions managed to dislodge the Islamists belonging to the JNIM group affiliated with Al-Qaeda from the forests. Also, many accomplices of the terrorists were detained in the villages. During these operations, about 80 militants were eliminated.

However, during the usual escort of a rapid reaction detachment for a civilian convoy transporting ore from a mine, an ambush occurred. As a result, more than 100 soldiers and miners were killed, and all the weapons fell into the hands of the Islamists.

▪️Also, in the border areas with Mali, reconnaissance with UAVs revealed large concentrations of militants. An air strike managed to hit several militant vehicles with personnel.

▪️But the militants continue to expand their influence to the south - attacks continue in Benin and Togo. Although these are small clashes, they may soon escalate into a full-fledged invasion.

🔻In addition, cooperation with Russian companies on the construction of a nuclear power plant in the country is intensifying. The Minister of Energy of Burkina Faso met with a delegation of Rosatom in Ouagadougou. According to the Russian side, only two stages remain before the launch of the project, and then a site for construction will be selected.

This initiative is very important, as it is an exemplary case of the work of Russian companies in Africa. Many specialists are afraid or do not want to go to the Black Continent, but if there are more and more successful cases, the flow of those willing will increase. And the economic component is the main one in consolidating Russian influence in the country.

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#French Intel Agents Accused of #Espionage Held in #BurkinaFaso for Over 9 Months (Le Monde).

Four agents from France’s Directorate-General for External Security were arrested on December 1, 2023, in Ouagadougou, just 48 hours after their arrival.

The four are accused of espionage and attempting to destabilize Captain Traoré's administration.

The French govt considers it a "hostage situation." Well of course they do 🙄

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Another Plot to Overthrow Ibrahim Traore Exposed – The Mastermind Will Stun You!

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Captain Traoré's government has made a significant impact on education in Burkina Faso, especially for young learners who were previously denied access to schooling due to Western-backed terrorism.

Thanks to his efforts, these children are now able to return to the classroom, with many experiencing formal education for the first time. The provision of educational materials has been a gamechanger, and the children are overjoyed, expressing their gratitude with heartfelt hugs and thanks to Captain Traoré.

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🇧🇫 Burkina Faso President Traoré:

"For the imperialists, the world is a triangle... At the top of the triangle is the empire of good, and the empire of good is them.

They are prosperity. They are everything positive. They are entitled to all the happiness in this world. They have the right to all the riches. They impose their worldview, their vision, their way of life...

At the base of the triangle, there are two empires.

On one side, the empire of evil. 🇷🇺 🇨🇳

And on the other, the empire of slaves.

This is how they see the world...

Once Russia collapsed, those who claimed to be the empire of good began to gloat until Vladimir Putin's team came to revive Russia.

The empire of slaves is Africa and Latin America.

They are the empire of good, others are the empire of evil. And we are the empire of slaves. This is the imperialist worldview...

Understand the game. This game has gone on too long.

We need to wake up and fight for our future.

All these wars, Iraq, Syria, Libya, were fabricated to destabilize the world for their benefit, ensuring that no one could ever match them."

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A major investment of more than 5 billion FCFA to strengthen the health system

The government of Burkina Faso carried out, this Tuesday, December 31, 2024 in Ouagadougou, a significant handover of medical-technical equipment and rolling logistics to the Ministry of Health. This initiative, led on behalf of the Head of State, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, by the Prime Minister, Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, represents an investment of more than 5 billion CFA francs.

This funding, 90% provided by the Burkinabe State, demonstrates the authorities' desire to strengthen the country's health system. The equipment provided includes:

• 10 ambulances: These emergency vehicles will improve patient care and transport, particularly in the most remote areas.
• 39 pick-up vehicles: These multi-purpose vehicles will strengthen the ministry’s logistical capacities and facilitate the movement of medical teams in the field.
• 625 motorcycles: These two-wheelers will optimize the mobility of health personnel, particularly for interventions in rural and difficult-to-access areas.

This provision of rolling stock and medical-technical equipment should have a significant impact on improving access to care and the quality of health services offered to the Burkinabe population. It is part of a global approach to strengthening the health system, by providing field workers with the resources necessary to carry out their missions.

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IBRAHIM TRAORÉ: AFRICAN STREAM’S MAN OF THE YEAR 2024

2024 has produced both highs and lows for pan-Africanism. Imperialist-instigated wars continued to rage in many parts of the continent, including Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing tens of thousands and displacing millions. Western puppets in the corridors of power across the continent continue to implement IMF policies that have inflicted immense suffering on the African masses and further entrenched the looting of our resources by outsiders. We also witnessed an escalation in attempts by the United States to curtail revolutionary media outlets such as ours.

However, it was not all doom and gloom. The Sahel trio of nations - Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, aka the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) - have, throughout the year, given the continent collective pride and hope that the pan-African dream is within reach. They have taken more steps to assert their sovereignty in both the political and economic realms. The three countries' leaders have shown that, despite the West's sustained assault on the continent, our spirit of resistance as Africans remains resolute. Without a doubt, they tower above other African leaders right now.

And within the triad, Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traoré shines brightest. While the achievements of the Sahel have been a collective effort, Traoré's speeches and charisma have inspired Africans on the continent and beyond.

For example, in this clip, recorded during a meeting of AES leaders in the Nigerien capital, Niamey, on 6 July, Traoré denounces Western imperialism and the African leaders acting as its lackeys on our continent. He says these leaders, whom he refers to as 'house slaves,' are always ready to betray their people to make their imperialist masters happy.

Seeing a young African leader standing up to the West in word and action is refreshing and inspiring. So there was little contest really. Congratulations, Captain - you’re African Stream’s Man of the Year 2024!

Video credit: Radiodiffusion Telévision du Burkina (
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🇧🇫🇲🇱🇳🇪The New Federation of Sahel States Web TV formed:

The people of the Sahel have reclaimed the pen that writes the African narrative, which is one of resilience, ingenuity, hope and perseverance.

With this new TV, the AES can presents it's successes, advance our history, motivate our people.

There can be no true sovereignty, if we do not control the narrative.

Well done to our AES brothers for always doing the right thing and making Africans proud.

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