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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Wilson McMakin

African nation plans to reintroduce death penalty for serious crimes

Burkina Faso’s Council of Ministers has approved legislation to reinstate the death penalty, targeting offences including treason, terrorism, and espionage, authorities have confirmed.

Justice Minister Edasso Rodrigue Bayala announced on Facebook that the move is "part of reforms ... to have a justice that responds to the deep aspirations of our people".

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