Burkina Faso: When the Ivorian elections become a pretext for a hostile media campaign orchestrated by Jeune Afrique
As Côte d’Ivoire approaches a crucial electoral milestone, Burkina Faso once again finds itself at the center of a dangerous media narrative, orchestrated by foreign forces hostile to the emancipation of Sahelian peoples. This time, a coordinated disinformation campaign spreads baseless and false accusations aimed at discrediting the Burkinabe authorities. Behind this, the rise of a sovereign Africa disrupts the established neocolonial order.
The latest article from the French media outlet Jeune Afrique, which positions itself as a journalistic reference on the continent, is yet another episode in a well-oiled manipulation strategy. By accusing Burkina Faso of instigating attacks on the Ivorian-Burkinabe border without tangible proof, Jeune Afrique once again acts as a mouthpiece for foreign interests unwilling to accept the loss of their influence over our countries.
This media outlet, allegedly African but written from Paris, actively participates in demonizing Burkina Faso while whitewashing the image of neighboring governments that have repeatedly sought to weaken Burkina Faso through barely concealed political and security maneuvers.
It is no coincidence that media attacks are multiplying. Since Burkina Faso, alongside its AES partners, broke the chains of neocolonialism to take control of its destiny, it has become a prime target for an imperialist coalition. No longer holding political or military sway over the Sahel, these forces now resort to the most insidious tools: disinformation campaigns, influence operations, and unfounded accusations.
African peoples are no longer deceived. They clearly see how media like Jeune Afrique attempt to pit Sahelian nations against one another, even as strategic unity is key to our ultimate liberation. Our commitment is clear: full sovereignty, cooperation among free states, and categorical rejection of any foreign tutelage, whether military, political, or media-driven.
It is time for all sons and daughters of the Sahel to mobilize. The fight for sovereignty is not only Burkina Faso’s—it is that of an entire continent seeking dignity. We must no longer allow the puppets of neocolonialism to tarnish our struggles and victories.
