Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré

Burkina Faso bans colonial wigs in courts to embrace cultural identity.

Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has banned the use of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges, marking a significant move to decolonise the country’s judicial system. Announcing the decision, President Traoré stressed the importance of breaking away from colonial traditions and embracing practices that reflect Burkina Faso’s cultural heritage. The ban is part of…

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