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A disinformation network consisting of fake social media accounts is undermining the Alliance of Sahel States, targeting the leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

Burkina Faso has imposed a ban on tomato exports to bolster its local processing industry, raising regional supply concerns in West Africa, particularly for neighboring countries like Ghana.

A false rumor circulated on social media claiming that Burkina Faso's transitional president, Ibrahim Traoré, was arrested by Donald Trump, highlighting the pervasive issue of misinformation.

The regression of LGTBIQ+ rights in several African countries is intensifying as new laws criminalizing homosexuality are enacted, influenced by extremist organizations from the West.

A misinformation network composed of inauthentic accounts is actively targeting the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), aiming to discredit the governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

A jihadist attack in Burkina Faso's Dourtenga village led to the deaths of at least 12 people, predominantly volunteer defenders.

Algeria's renewed diplomatic efforts toward Niger and Burkina Faso signify a strategic attempt to strengthen ties within the Sahel region despite skepticism from Mali.

The United States is seeking to renew cooperation with Niger following the suspension of aid due to military takeovers in the region.

Hervé Koffi has rejuvenated his football career at Angers after a difficult time at Lens, establishing himself as a key player for the team in Ligue 1.

American envoy Nick Checker visited Burkina Faso to improve diplomatic relations with Washington after years of tension.

Violence in Burkina Faso has surged as JNIM-linked jihadists kill at least 38 civilians and kidnap nine women, highlighting the escalating security crisis in the region.

Former transition president Paul-Henri Damiba's family expresses concern over his detention conditions after he was extradited from Togo and placed in secret detention in Burkina Faso.

An Islamist armed group in Burkina Faso has killed 38 civilians and abducted 9 women amid a series of violent incidents since January 2026, according to Human Rights Watch.

Burkinabè refugees residing in the Tarikom camp in Ghana share their harrowing experiences of fleeing violence in their home country.

In eastern Burkina Faso, a recent armed attack resulted in the deaths of at least 30 police officers in the Yamba area near Fada N'gourma.

A deadly attack in Burkina Faso resulted in the deaths of at least thirty police officers at a security detachment in Yamba, highlighting the ongoing violence in the region.

The trial regarding the embezzlement of approximately three billion CFA francs in Burkina Faso has concluded, with prison time and financial penalties being requested for the accused.

Burkina Faso has appointed Abdou Amir as the new coach of its men's national football team, aiming for qualification in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

The article discusses the challenges the new AES Unified Force faces in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger amidst rising jihadist violence and prior initiatives' failures.

Amir Abdou has been appointed as the new national coach of Burkina Faso, following his successful tenure with the Comoros and Mauritania.

The slowdown of trade at the Burkina Faso border is significantly impacting Ivorian traders and farmers, leading to decreased productivity and lower prices for goods.

Gunfire near the presidential palace in Ouagadougou has caused confusion, with initial fears of a coup quickly dismissed.

Several gunshots were heard near the presidency in Burkina Faso, leading to confusion and initial fears of a coup attempt, but this was later dismissed as linked to tensions among military regarding security management.

The International Crisis Group's latest report examines the expansion of the JNIM militant group in the Sahel region and its impact on local governance and security.

Al-Qaeda-affiliated group JNIM claims responsibility for a series of deadly attacks in Burkina Faso, resulting in over 130 fatalities.

A court in Burkina Faso has sentenced four judges and three customs officials to prison for corruption in a high-profile case since the military took power in 2022.

Four magistrates and three customs officers in Burkina Faso have been sentenced for corruption, following a trial concerning bribery and abuse of power.

Iran's president emphasizes the strategic importance of Africa, aiming for extensive cooperation with African nations, particularly Burkina Faso.

Five years after military coups in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the effectiveness of the juntas in fulfilling their commitments is being questioned as security conditions worsen.

The African Union's recent summit highlighted a new strategy focused on supporting anti-terrorism efforts in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, emphasizing the necessity of restoring constitutional order.

A jihadist assault on a paramilitary base in eastern Burkina Faso has resulted in dozens of fatalities, according to local security sources.

A new jihadist attack in eastern Burkina Faso resulted in between 60 and 70 deaths, targeting a base of the combat units responsible for water and forest protection.

President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the evacuation of injured Ghanaian traders from Burkina Faso following a fatal attack by armed insurgents.

Ghana's tomato traders have halted imports from Burkina Faso after a deadly attack on Ghanaian traders, raising safety concerns for cross-border trade.

Burkina Faso's foreign minister highlights the crucial role of Russian instructors in transforming the nation's military capabilities to address militant threats.

The U.S. government's renewed interest in the Sahel region reflects concerns over the growing influence of Islamist terrorists in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

Seven Ghanaian tomato traders were murdered by Islamist insurgents in Burkina Faso's Titao town during an attack on Saturday.

Burkina Faso has officially dissolved all political parties as part of a move to centralize power under Captain Ibrahim Traoré's junta.

A suspected jihadist attack in northern Burkina Faso resulted in the deaths of seven Ghanaians among around 10 civilians.

Ten civilians, including seven Ghanaians, were killed in a jihadist attack in northern Burkina Faso over the weekend, with the military announcing they repelled the attackers.

In Burkina Faso, a high-profile trial involving magistrates, lawyers, and customs officials has sparked allegations of violence and procedural violations as the defendants face serious corruption charges.

Several notable incidents occurred overnight, including a house fire in Norway, a court appearance by a terror suspect in Australia, an Israeli drone strike in Lebanon, a militant attack in Burkina Faso, and an explosion at a fireworks store in China.

A terrorist attack in Titao, Burkina Faso, resulted in at least twenty deaths as armed assailants targeted the military camp and set the local market on fire.

Ten people have been killed in a series of attacks by militants against military sites in northern and eastern Burkina Faso.

At least ten people have been killed in jihadist attacks in Burkina Faso, with links to IS and al-Qaeda suspected to be behind the coordinated actions.

The recent jihadist attack in Burkina Faso has resulted in the deaths of ten soldiers, amid growing violence linked to ISIS and Al-Qaeda in the region.

Burkina Faso is witnessing a wave of jihadist attacks, resulting in at least ten fatalities among military detachments in the north and east regions of the country.

The African Sahel region faces intense and widespread tensions that threaten the stability of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso due to separatist demands, armed group activities, and smuggling networks, compounded by international competition for influence.

Moscow is enhancing strategic partnerships with Burkina Faso, focusing on military cooperation and counterterrorism efforts in the Sahel region, as stated by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

The transitional parliament in Burkina Faso has passed a law to dissolve all political parties, sparking international criticism and raising concerns about political freedoms in the country.