Burkina Faso
Violence and atrocities committed by armed Islamist groups, state security forces engaged in counterterrorism operations, and pro-government militias have exacerbated the humanitarian and security situation in Burkina Faso. Of particular concern are the gravity and number of attacks against teachers, students, and schools by armed Islamist groups. Few efforts have been made to hold those responsible for these abuses to account.

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Children's Rights
September 8, 2020
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Burkina Faso: Residents’ Accounts Point to Mass Executions
Identify Remains of 180 Men Found in Djibo; Prosecute Those Responsible
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“Their War Against Education”
Armed Group Attacks on Teachers, Students, and Schools in Burkina Faso
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Burkina Faso: New Massacres by Islamist Armed Groups
3 Attacks Kill 90 Villagers; Self Defense Force Raises Concerns
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News
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Burkina Faso Executions Prompt Broad Call for Inquiry
Donor Countries Urge Investigations into Mass Graves
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Attacks on Students, Teachers, and Schools Surge in Africa’s Sahel
First International Day to Protect Education from Attack Addresses Violations Globally
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Human Rights Council should urgently address impunity for summary executions
Item 3 interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on summary executions - 9 July 2020
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Burkina Faso: Residents’ Accounts Point to Mass Executions
Identify Remains of 180 Men Found in Djibo; Prosecute Those Responsible
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Witness: Waging War on Burkina Faso’s Schools
A Survivor Tells How Armed Islamists Attacked Students and Colleagues
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Burkina Faso: Credibly Investigate Apparent Executions
Suspend Commander Overseeing 12 Men Who Died in Custody in Tanwalbougou
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Burkina Faso: New Massacres by Islamist Armed Groups
3 Attacks Kill 90 Villagers; Self Defense Force Raises Concerns