Burkina Fasovor 1 TagRussian fighters to leave Burkina Faso for UkraineThe Russian mercenaries were helping Burkina Faso fight Islamist insurgents, who recently staged a huge attack.vor 1 TagAfrica11 Jul 2024Burkina Faso's military junta to ban homosexual actsThe military-led country becomes the latest in Africa to crack down on LGBT rights despite Western pressure.11 Jul 2024Africa8 Jul 2024West African bloc risks 'disintegration' if juntas quitThe military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso say they are leaving Ecowas and forming a new alliance.8 Jul 2024Africa6 Jul 2024Junta chiefs 'turn their backs' on West Africa blocNiger, Mali and Burkina Faso hope to form closer ties and move away from the wider regional group, Ecowas.6 Jul 2024Africa1 Jul 2024Burkina Faso media guideAn overview of the media in Burkina Faso, including links to newspapers and broadcasters.1 Jul 2024Africa20 Jun 2024Attack on army base fuels Burkina Faso mutiny rumoursA deadly attack in the north has snowballed into speculation soldiers tried to usurp Capt Traoré.20 Jun 2024Africa26 May 2024Burkina Faso extends military rule by five yearsMilitary ruler Capt Ibrahim Traoré breaks his promise to restore civillian rule by 1 July this year.26 May 2024Africa29 Apr 2024Burkina Faso bans more foreign media outletsThe West African nation "strongly rejects" allegations its army killed at least 223 civilians in February.29 Apr 2024Africa28 Apr 2024Burkina Faso rejects accusation of villagers' massacreHuman Rights Watch says at least 56 children were killed by soldiers in Soro village.28 Apr 2024Africa