Statement by the Government of South Africa on the situation in Burkina Faso
The South African Government notes with concern the ongoing political developments in the Republic of Burkina Faso.
It is reported that the growing upheaval in Ouagadougou, capital of the Republic of Burkina Faso, resulted in the destruction of several key installations, including the police headquarters, and the deployment of the army and police on the streets.
The South African Government appeals to the people and all political leaders in the country to refrain from any further violent activities that may undermine peace, security and stability in the country and calls on all relevant parties to work speedily and through an inclusive process towards the restoration of constitutional order.
The South African Government joins the call made by the African Union (AU) on the Government of Burkina Faso to respect the wishes of the people, as well as the prevailing Constitution of the Republic of Burkina Faso.
- South Africa wishes to remind all those involved in the current developments in Burkina Faso of the AU's position of rejecting unconstitutional changes of government.