FAILED coup Attempt on Traore's Life: Watch before it is Deleted!

Why is Paris consumed with envy as a 35-year-old African leader captures the world’s attention? This is what unfolds when a fearless leader challenges a former colonial empire. It might sound unbelievable, but France reportedly attempted 18 times—unsuccessfully—to oust President Ibrahim Traoré. The world is watching in awe as Burkina Faso, under his courageous leadership, dares to push back against centuries of French influence. But how did Traoré manage to hold onto both his power and his life in the face of such pressure? Let’s dive in.

In October 2022, Ibrahim Traoré, then just 35 years old, became the youngest head of state in Africa. His rise wasn’t fueled by wealth or political privilege—it was powered by a surge of popular support. A military captain with a modest background, Traoré deeply understood the struggles of his people because he lived them himself.

He stepped up during a time of national crisis: poverty was rampant, terrorism plagued the nation, and the people had lost faith in their leaders. What made Traoré's leadership remarkable wasn’t just his youth, but his firm resolve to tackle these issues directly. Unlike previous leaders who offered empty promises, he presented a bold vision of a sovereign, self-reliant Burkina Faso.

“There’s much to be done,” he once said. “Obstacles will appear. Forget your age. Set high goals, even if they feel out of reach.” And he followed through. As soon as he assumed office, Traoré began dismantling the systems of exploitation that had kept his country tied to France. His blunt, passionate speeches resonated deeply—they weren’t rehearsed talking points; they came from a place of lived experience.

He wasn’t just seen as a president—he was one of the people. A man who had witnessed his nation’s resources being drained while its citizens suffered. The world began to understand the message once the last French troops left Burkina Faso. The effects were immediate. Hidden terrorist networks re-emerged, but Burkina Faso was ready. The country quickly restructured its military, forming new units and equipping them with urgency. Traoré made it clear: Burkina Faso would stand strong and defend itself in the face of new challenges.

But not everyone welcomed his rise. France, which had long benefited from Burkina Faso’s natural wealth, especially its gold, was quick to react. The question is: why did Traoré’s actions provoke such a strong response from Paris?

To understand France’s anger, one has to dig deeper. Burkina Faso is one of Africa’s top gold producers, yet for years, the bulk of its wealth ended up enriching France. Through biased trade deals and corporate control, French companies reaped massive profits from Burkina Faso’s gold industry while giving very little back to the local economy. Shockingly, even the nation’s currency is printed by France—under a system where 50% of national reserves are held in the French treasury.

Traoré didn’t just question this system—he shattered it. He nationalized critical sectors, prioritized Burkinabè ownership, and cut off one of France’s key economic lifelines in the region. But his resistance wasn’t only economic—it was symbolic.