President Ibrahim Traoré’s Speech at the BRICS 🦸⚖
2025
President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso delivered a bold and revolutionary speech at the Russia-Africa Summit, calling for an end to neocolonialism and Western domination in Africa. He emphasized the urgent need for African nations to reclaim their sovereignty, produce their own food, and unite against imperialist powers exploiting the continent's resources. Traoré praised Russia as a historical ally in the fight against oppression and urged African leaders to resist manipulation by foreign interests. He emphasized that true independence means political, economic, and military autonomy. His speech closed with a powerful call to action: “Power to our people. Dignity to our people. Victory to our people. Homeland or death. We will prevail."