About
Ibrahim Traoré is a Burkinabé military officer and politician who has served as the interim president of Burkina Faso since 2022. He also serves as the second leader of the Patriotic Movement for Safeguard and Restoration. Traoré is known for his nationalist, pan-Africanist, anti-imperialist, and anti-Western views. His charismatic leadership has garnered appeal, especially among young people in Burkina Faso.
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Career Timeline
2010D$0.01M
Enters the Military
Begins his career in the Burkinabé military.
2022C▲$0.2M+$0.19M
Leads Military Coup
Ousts previous government in a military coup.
2023C$0.5M+$0.3M
Interim President of Burkina
Assumes role as interim president espousing nationalist views.
2026C$1M+$0.5M
Uncertain Future
Future depends on political stability.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026