Summary
The military government in Burkina Faso has dissolved all political parties and taken their assets. This move is part of the government's efforts to control political activity and address issues it claims are caused by the proliferation of political parties.
Key Facts
- Burkina Faso's military government has dissolved all political parties.
- Captain Ibrahim Traore leads the military government that issued the decree.
- The government claims political parties were not following established guidelines.
- Burkina Faso has experienced coups and unrest, with Traore taking power in 2022.
- The country faces violence from groups linked to ISIL and al-Qaeda.
- The military government's actions limit political and civic freedom.
- Burkina Faso had over 100 political parties before the military takeover.
