We have learned that there was a deadly attack in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, today in which eight gunmen and eight security were killed and over 80 people injured, including civilians. The attacks were aimed at the French Embassy and the military HQ.
Reports suggest that this was a terrorist attack aimed at retaliating against France’s increased effort to combat terrorism in the regions. Another reports suggests it might have been carried out by disgruntled members of the military.
We are waiting to hear from our partners at APDC to ensure they, and their families have not been affected. We will also have to wait and see if this will affect Charles Tankoano’s trip to BC in a couple weeks.
Right now there is too much uncertainty but if you would like more details check out the following articles (Ouest-France is in French).
BBC
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-43257453
Ouest-France
NY Times
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/02/world/africa/burkina-faso-embassy-attack.html