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Burkina Faso army to install transitional government

Burkina Faso's army has said it will install a transitional government, days after it seized power as President Blaise Compaore…

10 years ago

Burkina Faso crisis: Opposition calls for mass rally in protest at army takeover

Burkina Faso’s opposition parties and civic groups have called a mass rally for Sunday, November 2, in protest at the…

10 years ago

Burkina Faso: President Blaise Campaore resigns following violent protests

Burkina Faso's President Blaise Compaore has resigned following violent protests at his attempt to extend his 27-year rule. Blaise Compaore…

10 years ago

Burkina Faso declares state of emergency

Burkina Faso army has announced emergency measures - including the formation of a transitional government - after a day of…

10 years ago

Burkina Faso protests: Parliament building and ruling party HQ in flames

Burkina Faso protesters angry at plans to allow President Blaise Compaore to extend his 27-year-rule have set fire to parliament.…

10 years ago