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Former Ivorian footballer Abdoulaye Traoré, known as Ben Badi, sentenced to three years for rape
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Former Ivorian footballer Abdoulaye Traoré, also known as Ben Badi, was sentenced on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, to three years in prison for rape. This judicial decision concludes a case that began in 2021. Traoré, a 1992 Africa Cup of Nations champion with the Elephants and former Asec Mimosas player, was found guilty by the Abidjan court of first instance. In addition to the prison sentence, he has been deprived of his civic rights for ten years, banned from Bouaké for five years, and ordered to pay 15 million FCFA in damages to the victim. The case originated from a complaint filed in 2021 by a 19-year-old student who alleged she was raped by the former international Ivorian player.
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ABSTERGO TECHNOLOGY has announced a strategic partnership with HiFuture, an international brand known for its connected technology, premium design, and useful innovation. This collaboration aims to provide the Burkinabe market with access to smarter, more elegant, and relevant daily technologies. HiFuture offers a range of smartwatches featuring AMOLED displays, dual-core performance, health tracking, extensive sports modes, and Syntra™ AI integration. Syntra™ AI is designed to make the user experience more fluid, adaptive, and intuitive, offering intelligent performance, enhanced health tracking, and personalized recommendations for well-being and activity goals. HiFuture smartwatches boast features such as large AMOLED or IPS screens, up to 7 days of battery life, wireless calling, heart rate and SpO₂ monitoring, sleep tracking, over 100 sports modes, and water resistance ratings like IP68 or 5 ATM. Some premium models include dual-band GPS, support for six satellite systems, and a dual-core processor for a faster and more stable experience. ABSTERGO TECHNOLOGY's objective is to build a technological ecosystem in Burkina Faso where innovation is not only spectacular but also genuinely useful, enhancing the local digital experience.
Former President of Senegal, Macky Sall, presented his strategy for the United Nations Secretary-General position to the General Assembly on April 22, 2026. Sall, a candidate to succeed Antonio Guterres, emphasized his commitment to restoring trust, easing tensions, reducing divisions, and renewing hope in collective action. He stated that trust is built through consistency, justice, and equity. Sall highlighted his 40 years of public service experience, from junior official to President, including roles as President of the National Assembly and Prime Minister, as foundational for fostering dialogue, listening, and consultation among all members to ensure the organization serves everyone. He stressed the importance of making inclusion and equity a reality, requiring mobilization from all member states. Sall aims to bring his extensive experience in exchanges with leaders in Africa, the G20, and other bilateral and multilateral forums, positioning himself as a bridge-builder between nations, cultures, and civilizations. He also pledged to work with member states on the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations and to keep human rights at the core of the UN agenda, noting that human rights are universal and that the time for bold decisions has arrived. His candidacy, supported by Burundi, did not receive endorsement from the African Union. Sall was the last candidate to present before the General Assembly, following Rebeca Grynspan, Michelle Bachelet, and Rafael Grossi. The Secu
Must ReadThe President of Faso addressed the highway project, as reported on Thursday, April 23, 2026. This news comes amidst other political developments in Burkina Faso, including the launch of the "Revolutionary Youth on the Move" initiative by the Prime Minister, and the President of Faso's press conference on the first anniversary of the Popular Progressive Revolution proclamation. The President also announced the upcoming publication of the "Manifesto of the Revolution" and appointed members to the Board of Directors of the Farafina Institute of Black Peoples. Additionally, the National Commission of the Confederation of Sahel States presented its missions to the President of the Legislative Assembly of Transition.
A delegation of Afro-descendants, on an official visit to Burkina Faso, donated a batch of laptop computers to the Ziniaré Reference Professional Training Center on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The donation aims to support youth training and skill development. The Minister of Secondary, Technical, and Vocational Education, Professor Moumouni Zoungrana, received the donation and expressed gratitude on behalf of the government and beneficiaries. Dr. Arikana Chihombori, president of the ADDI institute, which facilitated the donation, presented a team of technology experts ready to assist in training and provide international standard certifications. The institute also plans to mobilize expertise from the diaspora globally to further support youth training. Minister Zoungrana praised their commitment to African development, inviting them to work together for the continent's emergence.