Two Burkina Faso Activists Unlawfully Conscripted are Released

Burkina Faso authorities on October 6 released Rasmané Zinaba and Bassirou Badjo, two members of the civil society group Balai Citoyen, who had been unlawfully conscripted into military service after criticizing the country’s military junta. Their...

Today in Africa — October 10, 2025: Burkina Faso Rejects Deportees from the U.S., Nigeria’s President Pardons Wrongfully Executed Ogoni Nine, Five African Countries Look to Secure Spots at 2026 FIFA World Cup

NEWS Nigeria's forward #20 Akor Adams celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Africa qualifiers group C match between Lesotho and Nigeria at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on October 10, 2025. by Phill...

Sporting KC's Jack Kortkamp named to USA roster for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Sporting Kansas City goalkeeper Jack Kortkamp has been named to the United States U-17 Men’s National Team for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup, which will take place in Qatar from November 3 to November 27. Kortkamp will be part of a 21-player squad...

Burkina Faso arrests European NGO workers for spying

BURKINA FASO’S government said on Tuesday that it has arrested eight people working for a humanitarian organisation, accusing them of “spying and treason.” Burkina Faso’s Security Minister Mahamadou Sana said the eight people arrested worked for...

DR. M’MEMBE HEADS TO BURKINA FASO FOR THOMAS SANKARA MEMORIAL EVENT

I am en route to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, at the special invitation of the country’s Ministry of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, in collaboration with the International Thomas Sankara Memorial Committee. I will be attending the...

A little too late? The ICC’s first Darfur conflict conviction

A little too late? The ICC’s first Darfur conflict conviction With funding for global institutions shrinking, the slow, arduous and costly task of international justice will weigh on ICC member states. On 6 October, the International Criminal...

Zonta Conference: Veep urges women groups to sustain investment in girls, women entrepreneurs

By Ernest Nutsugah, GNA Accra, Oct. 16, GNA – The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has urged women’s rights organisations to continue investing in girls and women entrepreneurs to help advance economic growth on the African...

Burkina Faso detains Dutch NGO workers on espionage charges

October 8, 2025 The military junta in Burkina Faso has arrested eight staff members of the Hague-based aid organisation INSO on suspicion of espionage and treason. The group includes two French nationals, a Czech, a Malian and four Burkinabè...

Burkina Faso arrests humanitarian workers of a Netherlands-based NGO

Burkina Faso’s junta has announced the arrest of eight humanitarian workers from the Netherlands-based International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO), an organisation focused on ensuring safety in humanitarian operations. The arrested individuals...

Burkina Faso arrests eight NGO employees accused of espionage

Audio By Carbonatix DAKAR (Reuters) -Eight employees of the International NGO Safety Organisation have been arrested in Burkina Faso on charges of espionage and treason and will be brought before a prosecutor, security minister Mahamadou Sana said...

ECOWAS Moves On from Sahel Exit, Begins Filling Vacancies Left by Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) seems to have finally gotten the exit of of the Alliance of Sahel States- Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic.behind it as Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the countries of the regional body...

Burkina Faso’s Military Regime Arrests Eight European NGO Workers Over ‘Spying’ Allegations

Burkina Faso’s military President Ibrahim Traoré has ordered the arrest of eight staff members of a Dutch-based humanitarian organisation, accusing them of “spying and treason”. According to the BBC, the detained workers include three Europeans, a...

Burkina Faso junta detains NGO workers for 'spying'

Burkina Faso's military government says it has arrested eight members of a Dutch-based humanitarian organisation, accusing them of "spying and treason". They are three Europeans, a Malian, and four Burkinabé - among them the NGO's country director...

ECOWAS Moves To Fill Vacancies After Exit Of Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali Nationals

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has taken steps to fill the vacant positions available, following the exit of the nationals of the AES countries – Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, from the regional bloc. ECOWAS Commission,...

Burkina Faso Sets 18 as Minimum Marriage Age for Both Genders

Published on October 8, 2025 at 10:49 AM by Evance Kapito 194 words • approx. 1 min read Burkina Faso has adopted a new Personal and Family Code that sets the minimum marriage age at 18 years for both girls and boys, marking a historic shift in...

Today in Africa — October 16, 2025: Four Killed at Raila Odinga Memorial, Joseph Kabila Resurfaces in Kenya, Madagascar’s Junta Defies African Union Suspension

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

Burkina Faso's military junta arrests European NGO workers for 'spying'

Published on 08/10/2025 - 10:42 GMT+2 Burkina Faso's military junta has arrested eight members of a humanitarian group on suspicion of "spying and treason", accusations the Dutch NGO categorically rejected. The West African nation's Security...

Gorgie goals galore as Hearts player makes history - World Cup qualifiers and international friendlies

Several Hearts players are currently on international duty enjoying mixed fortunes in World Cup qualifiers and friendly matches. Two have scored hat-tricks in recent days and claimed a piece of history in the process, while others have sat...

Burkina Faso’s military govt arrests European NGO workers for ‘spying’

Al Jazeera Burkina Faso’s military government says it has arrested eight people working for a humanitarian organisation, accusing them of “spying and treason”, allegations the Dutch nonprofit “categorically” rejected. Burkina Faso’s Security...

Burkina Faso junta arrests eight aid workers, including one Czech national

The military junta of Burkina Faso has detained eight members of a non-governmental humanitarian organization, including one Czech and two French nationals. They are accused of espionage and treason for allegedly gathering security information...