Burkina Faso • Table.Briefings

March 20th, 2026

Security situation: German embassy in Niger temporarily closed

The security situation in Niger has continued to deteriorate. The German government has now taken measures to assure the safety of its diplomatic staff.

By Lucia Weiß

Interview | Nuclear power

February 24th, 2026

Lassina Zerbo: “Over 30 African countries have expressed interest in nuclear power”

Lassina Zerbo is chair of the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board (RAEB). In an interview with Table.Briefings on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, the former prime minister of Burkina Faso explained why he sees significant potential for nuclear power in Africa – and how he assesses Russia’s role.

By Olivia Samnick

Feature | Sahel

January 27th, 2026

EU: What will be decided this week on Sahel cooperation

While global attention is focused on Greenland, Venezuela, and Ukraine, the EU continues to grapple with the crisis in the Sahel – where the 26 member states, particularly Germany and France, remain divided over development and foreign-policy strategy.

By Lucia Weiß

News | USA

January 6th, 2026

Trump’s travel ban: Mali and Burkina Faso stop issuing visas to US citizens

The United States entry ban for over 20 African countries came into force at the beginning of the year. Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger responded with countermeasures.

By David Renke