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‘The Cult of Saint Traoré’: How a Russia-Backed Junta Leader Became an Icon

On June 19, 2025, during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Russia and Burkina Faso formalized a pact to collaborate on peaceful nuclear energy initiatives.
This agreement followed previous memoranda and reflects Burkina Faso and Mali's distancing from Western institutions since 2021 and their intent to reshape energy alliances.
The deal overseen by Rosatom covers nuclear infrastructure, isotope production, safety regulation, and training to address energy shortages and reduce reliance on imports.
Only 21% of Burkina Faso's population has electricity access, while Russia has nearly 100%, highlighting the energy gap the agreement aims to narrow.
This nuclear cooperation signifies a strategic shift in West Africa’s energy and geopolitical landscape, encouraging regional sovereignty and alternative partnerships.

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