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Ivory Coast: campaigning for parliamentary elections is on
08/12/2011 - THE WEEK IN AFRICA

Ivory Coast: campaigning for parliamentary elections is on

One year after a poll that kicked off months of post-electoral violence, Ivory Coast gets ready to vote once again. Next, we look at what happens to African immigrants caught as they try to sneak into Europe. Many end up in limbo in a country that is not their own. Finally, in Burkina Faso, a wave of home-grown TV shows has replaced Brazilian telenovelas as the new favourites of the African small screen.
Government forces attack mutineers
04/06/2011 - BURKINA FASO

Government forces attack mutineers

Burkina Faso’s military moved Friday to quash a mutiny by soldiers seeking better pay in Bobo Dioulasso, the country’s second-largest city and its economic capital.
The musically-minded Princess Erika
25/05/2011 - CULTURE

The musically-minded Princess Erika

Amobe Mevegue is here to tell us about the latest in international musical trends. We start with one of the leading voices of the new generation of African singers, Annie Flore Batchiellilys. We also discover Art Melody - a emerging hip-hop artist from Burkina Faso. Finally, Princess Erika is back with a new album made of soul and reggae, called "Just Erika".
Burkina Faso: strong ties with Ouattara's Ivory Coast
20/05/2011 - THE WEEK IN AFRICA

Burkina Faso: strong ties with Ouattara's Ivory Coast

As Ivory Coast tackles the aftermath of months of bloody political conflict, president Alassane Ouattara thanks Burkina Faso for its support during the crisis. Somaliland is still fighting for its place on the world stage, but celebrates what it's achieved in the 20 years since its split from Somalia. And prize-winning Chadian filmmaker Mahamat Saleh Haroun is one of the judges at this year's Cannes film festival.
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Ivory Coast: calming the West
28/04/2011 - THE WEEK IN AFRICA

Ivory Coast: calming the West

Three weeks after the fall of Laurent Gbagbo, Alassane Ouattara is taking control and his army is now covering western Ivory Coast. Meanwhile, police mutinies and protests continue in Burkina Faso, we take a look at President Blaise Compaoré. Finally, you will meet African Music Idols, Poly Rythmo de Cotonou.
Insurrection spreads in Burkina Faso
28/04/2011 - BURKINA FASO

Insurrection spreads in Burkina Faso

A military-led insurrection against Burkina Faso's President Blaise Compaore grew on Thursday as police joined the fray in Ouagadougou, one week after the embattled leader formed a new government in an effort to quell unrest.
Former mutineers 'ready to take up arms again'
25/04/2011 - FRANCE 24 EXCLUSIVE – BURKINA FASO

Former mutineers 'ready to take up arms again'

Watch FRANCE 24’s exclusive interview with a former mutineer in Burkina Faso who suggests angry soldiers may once again take up arms against President Blaise Compaore if their demands are not met.
Embattled president unveils new government
22/04/2011 - BURKINA FASO

Embattled president unveils new government

Burkina Faso's beleaguered President Blaise Compaore (pictured) unveiled a new government Thursday, naming himself as the country's defence minister. The move comes after weeks of unrest, including a soldier-led insurrection.
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Capital’s residents remain fearful after soldiers' mutiny
20/04/2011 - BURKINA FASO

Capital’s residents remain fearful after soldiers' mutiny

Tensions are still running high in the capital after several days of violence and looting sparked by mutinous soldiers. Despite their disquiet over the events of the past week, residents are echoing the soldiers’ call for change.
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Burkina Faso appoints new prime minister after riots
19/04/2011 - BURKINA FASO

Burkina Faso appoints new prime minister after riots

Burkina Faso's ambassador to France, Luc-Adolphe Tiao, has been appointed as the country's new prime minister after police joined defected soldiers in violent protests against President Blaise Compaore.
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