BURKINA FASO BANS COLONIAL WIGS IN COURTS TO EMBRACE CULTURAL IDENTITY

Burkina Faso’s President, Ibrahim Traoré has prohibited the use of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges, as this marks a significant move to decolonise the country’s judicial system.

 In line with his  decision, President Traoré stressed the importance of breaking away from colonial traditions and embracing practices that reflect Burkina Faso’s cultural heritage. 

 The ban is part of his initiative to foster national identity and assert the country’s sovereignty. 

Colonial-era wigs have long been symbols of foreign influence in African legal systems. 

Burkina Faso now joins other nations on the continent in discarding such relics in favour of indigenous traditions.

 This decision highlights a growing trend across Africa, where countries are revisiting colonial legacies and opting for systems that resonate with their people. 

 And this symbolic step demonstrates a larger cultural renaissance sweeping the continent.