Burkina Faso has extended its military rule by five more years, a major development stirring debate across Africa. The current junta, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, came to power in September 2022 after overthrowing the previous military leader. According to the regime, the extended transition is necessary to stabilize the nation amid ongoing insecurity. While some citizens believe this period could strengthen national defense and rebuild confidence, others worry it pushes democratic governance further out of reach. The decision has sparked widespread conversation — and raised a key question: will these five years deliver real transformation or test the nation’s patience even more? Only time will tell.
