Captain Ibrahim Traore, the military leader of Burkina Faso, once again is standing out among African leaders by refusing to follow the reckless practice of taking billions of loans from international organizations like the IMF and the World Bank. Recent reports from social media indicate that Traore has declined financial assistance from the IMF, demonstrating his dedication to securing his country's long-term interests. For years, leaders across the continent have taken loans from these organizations, only to suffer severe consequences due to harsh conditions attached to them. However, Traore is taking decisive action to prevent his country from falling into a debt trap, unlike other leaders who have blindly followed this trend. He firmly believes that the IMF and the World Bank are economic oppressors that keep countries in perpetual debt through their structured operations. Traore's bold decision to break this pattern is a commendable move that sets him apart as a leader who puts his people's interests first. It is worth noting also that Traore's rejection coincided with the Prime Minister of Burkina Faso going live on national television to deliver a lecture on the subject "No one violates freedom of expression as much as Westerners”, and this further highlights Traore's stance against Western interference in Africa's affairs. During his speech, Mr. Appolinaire Kyelem presented some fascinating and thought-provoking insights. He shed light on why the human rights policy works only in Africa and just a lot more.
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10 май 2024
