(OUAGADOUGOU, BURKINA FASO – July 21, 2025) – MEET Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso.In Office Since: September 30, 2022Rank: Transitional Military Leader Profile: Captain Ibrahim Traoré is the transitional president of Burkina Faso, having come to power through a military coup on September 30, 2022. At the time, he was just 34 years old, making him the world’s youngest head of state. His rise followed the ousting of Lieutenant Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, amid growing public anger over the government’s failure to contain jihadist violence destabilizing the Sahel region. Since assuming leadership, Traoré has embraced a strong anti-imperialist stance, expelling French troops, cutting ties with former colonial powers, and aligning Burkina Faso more closely with countries like Russia and Mali. He has also joined forces with neighboring military regimes in Niger and Mali to form the Alliance of Sahel States, a regional bloc promoting sovereignty and resistance to foreign influence. Traoré’s presidency has been marked by extreme volatility. According to multiple reports, he has survived at least 18 assassination or coup attempts, with some sources suggesting the number could be as high as 30. These attempts have reportedly involved disgruntled military officers, members of his own security detail, and alleged foreign actors. The Burkinabé government attributes many of these plots to internal betrayal supported by external interference, especially from countries seen as opposing his rejection of Western dominance. Despite repeated instability, Traoré remains a popular figure among segments of the Burkinabé population, particularly the youth, who view him as a symbol of defiance against neocolonialism. However, his regime has also faced criticism for delaying elections and suppressing dissent, raising questions about the long-term direction of democracy in Burkina Faso. Key Themes: Anti-imperialism and Pan-Africanism Frequent internal and external coup attempts Realignment away from France and toward non-Western allies Governance under military rule with suspended democratic timelines
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