Afrika in Focus Special:  Why the White man wants to KILL Ibrahim Traore episode artwork

EPISODE · May 5, 2025 · 35 MIN

Afrika in Focus Special: Why the White man wants to KILL Ibrahim Traore

from Ghana / Afrika in Focus · host Kwame

Send us Fan MailThe battle for African sovereignty has entered a critical new phase with Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré at its center. Since coming to power in September 2022, Traoré has become the focal point of Western opposition, facing an astonishing twenty assassination attempts. His crime? Daring to reclaim Burkina Faso's resources and sovereignty from Western control, particularly French neocolonial influence that has dominated the region for decades.The heart of this conflict lies in the notorious French Colonial Agreement established in 1958 by Charles de Gaulle as independence movements swept across Africa. This agreement, rarely discussed in Western media, effectively maintained economic colonization while creating the illusion of political independence. Under its terms, France maintained ownership of all natural resources in its former colonies, claimed 95% of national wealth, loaned money back to African nations at exploitative interest rates, and secured first rights to all government contracts. This arrangement ensured that countries like Burkina Faso remained financially dependent despite their nominal independence.Ibrahim Traoré, following in the footsteps of Thomas Sankara (Burkina Faso's revolutionary leader who was assassinated in 1987), has systematically dismantled this neocolonial structure. He has reclaimed ownership of the country's gold mines, renegotiated exploitative contracts, invested heavily in agriculture to ensure food sovereignty, and is building a gold refinery so that Burkina Faso can process its own resources rather than exporting raw materials for Western profit. These actions represent a direct challenge to the established order that has kept Africa's wealth flowing northward for centuries.The Western response has followed a familiar playbook. Just as past leaders like Patrice Lumumba, Kwame Nkrumah, and Muammar Gaddafi faced destabilization and elimination when they threatened Western interests, Traoré now faces propaganda campaigns accusing him of corruption and dictatorship. The irony is striking – Western powers rarely target African leaders who maintain decades-long authoritarian rule while serving foreign interests, such as Paul Biya in Cameroon or Teodoro Obiang in Equatorial Guinea. The selective application of "democracy" concerns reveals the true priorities at play.The issue at stake is total Afrikan Emancipation/ Freedom from White Terrorism/Supremacy or continued slavery and impoverishment.Sources:   Thousands of people rally in support of Burkina Faso's transitional presidentSupport the showDonate/Support the show:    https://www.buzzsprout.com/1793098/supportWe offer a consultation session for those who wish to relocate to Ghana , do business in Ghana , buy land, buying a property or even starting  business in Ghana.  We offer professional support tailored on your needs and wants. We provide valuable information that can assist you in your relocation like the Ghana card how/where to register your business.We can also signpost you to other agencies that can help in your relocation as well as business and investment opportunities.We charge a rate of US$30 for an hour's consultation or US$20 for a 30 minute consultation briefing. To book your consultation please email [email protected] on Youtube - just look for the Ghana/Afrika in Focus podcast on Youtube and click the notification bell so that every time I upload a new podcast it automatically comes to your feed. Tell your family and friends.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published May 5, 2025

Embed this episode

Send us Fan Mail The battle for African sovereignty has entered a critical new phase with Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré at its center. Since coming to power in September 2022, Traoré has become the focal point of Western opposition, facing an astonishing twenty assassination attempts. His crime? Daring to reclaim Burkina Faso's resources and sovereignty from Western control, particularly French neocolonial influence that has dominated the region for decades. The heart of this conflict lies i...

Distinct summary based on available episode metadata or transcript content.

NOW PLAYING

Afrika in Focus Special: Why the White man wants to KILL Ibrahim Traore

0:00 35:40

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Ghana / Afrika in Focus?

This episode is 35 minutes long.

When was this Ghana / Afrika in Focus episode published?

This episode was published on May 5, 2025.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Ghana / Afrika in Focus episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!