The ruling military authorities in Burkina Faso have announced the dissolution of all political parties, marking a major escalation in the country’s ongoing political transition under military rule.
The decision, issued by the junta-led government, effectively suspends all party activities and structures across the country. Authorities said the move is part of broader efforts to “reorganise” the political space and maintain national stability during the transition period.
Burkina Faso has been under military leadership since successive coups, with the current administration insisting that strict measures are necessary to combat insecurity and restore order. However, the dissolution of political parties has raised concerns among civil society groups and pro-democracy advocates, who fear shrinking political freedoms and prolonged military control.
Political analysts say the development significantly alters the country’s democratic landscape, leaving citizens without formal party platforms for political participation while the transition continues.
As uncertainty grows, the junta has urged citizens to remain calm, promising that reforms will eventually lead to a new political framework, even as questions linger over timelines and the future of civilian rule.
