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Captain Ibrahim Traoré has just pulled off one of the boldest economic moves in African history — launching a $1.1 billion oil project that has left the West stunned. While many dismissed Burkina Faso as a struggling, landlocked nation, Traoré has flipped the script, turning the country into a rising economic powerhouse.
In this video, we break down how Burkina Faso’s revolutionary oil deal came to life, why it has shocked Western powers, and how Traoré's leadership is challenging global economic norms. From cutting out foreign middlemen to keeping 51% ownership in national hands, this is not just about oil — it’s about sovereignty, strategy, and African power.
Learn how Traoré is transforming Burkina Faso into a model of independence, disrupting the global energy system, and inspiring a new era of African-led development.