🇧🇫 Burkina Faso's military government has taken a dramatic step to dissolve all political parties effective immediately, citing corruption and national disunity. The decision, approved by the Council of Ministers on Thursday (January 29, 2026), marks the latest power play by leaders who seized control in a 2022 coup.
Interior Minister Emile Zerbo framed the move as part of a 'state rebuilding' effort, claiming the previous system of 100+ parties – including 15 parliamentary groups – fueled division. 🌍 Critics argue this consolidates military authority ahead of promised 2026 elections.
The decree transfers all party assets to the state and scraps opposition leader privileges. A new law governing political activity will be drafted by the Transitional Council, which oversees interim governance since the coup four years ago.
This development raises questions about Burkina Faso's democratic future, coming just months after neighboring Mali and Niger implemented similar restrictions. Analysts describe it as part of a broader Sahel region trend where military governments prioritize stability over pluralism.
