The report from RFI Afrique sheds light on the plight of Burkinabè refugees living in the Tarikom camp in northern Ghana, where more than 13,000 individuals were registered by December 2025 according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. These refugees have predominantly fled jihadist violence in Burkina Faso, seeking safety in Ghana, a country that had previously remained insulated from such attacks. The camp, opened at the end of 2022, is situated mere kilometers from the Burkina Faso border, highlighting the proximity to the sources of their trauma.

Correspondent Victor Cariou visits the camp, where he shares the stories of survivors recounting their experiences of living through terrorist attacks. One poignant narrative comes from Yola Lagbonmasa, a resident of the camp for nearly three years. Her expression reflects the struggle faced by many in the camp as they cope with the trauma of leaving their homes under duress, paired with the challenges of adapting to life in a foreign land.

This report not only humanizes the statistics behind the refugee crisis but also shines a light on the broader context of regional instability due to jihadist violence. It raises questions about the international response to such crises in the Sahel region, the support available for refugees in Ghana, and the long-term implications for both the refugees and their host communities. The situation emphasizes the urgent need for a coordinated global approach to manage the growing refugee population as violence continues to destabilize neighboring countries.