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Burkina Faso’s President, Ibrahim Traoré, has officially prohibited judges from wearing British and French colonial-era wigs, in a landmark effort to decolonise the nation’s judiciary.
In making the announcement, President Traoré emphasised the need to abandon colonial-era customs and adopt practices that honour Burkina Faso’s cultural identity.
The measure aligns with his wider initiative to strengthen national identity and affirm the country’s independence from foreign influences. The colonial wigs, which have historically represented external control within African judicial systems, are now being set aside.
Burkina Faso joins a growing number of African nations taking steps to replace such remnants of colonial rule with traditions rooted in local culture. This move reflects an expanding movement across Africa, where nations are critically reassessing colonial inheritances and transitioning towards practices that better align with their heritage.
It marks a significant cultural shift, symbolising a broader effort to reclaim and celebrate indigenous values across the continent.
Frances Ibiefo
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