Burkina Faso: President Ibrahim Traoré puts an end to decades of corruption that enriched an elite at the expense of the people
Under the leadership of President Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso has taken a decisive turn in public governance through a policy of transparency and a relentless fight against corruption. For decades, corruption has plagued Burkinabé society, allowing a privileged class to enrich itself at the expense of the people. Public resources, embezzled under previous regimes, were synonymous with injustice and glaring inequalities, hindering the country’s development.
The transparency policy introduced by President Ibrahim Traoré has profoundly transformed the management of public finances. This rigorous approach has restored confidence in institutions and strengthened the effectiveness of mechanisms for collecting and redistributing funds. In 2024, thanks to this new dynamic, the General Directorate of Taxes mobilized an amount of 1,000 billion 500 million CFA francs, a remarkable achievement that attests to the restoration of integrity and efficiency in the tax administration.
These record revenues now help finance major projects for the well-being of Burkinabe citizens, while reducing reliance on foreign aid. By reaffirming that public management must serve everyone, not just an elite, President Ibrahim Traoré aligns his actions with a vision of social justice and sustainable development for Burkina Faso.
