TED-ED: The life, legacy & assassination of an African revolutionary - Lisa Janae Bacon

TED-ED: The life, legacy & assassination of an African revolutionary - Lisa Janae Bacon

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Thomas Sankara, a soldier from Burkina Faso, was inspired by Madagascar's revolution to pursue socialist ideals. He rose to power in Upper Volta, later renamed Burkina Faso, implementing significant social and economic reforms. Despite his dedication to gender equality and environmental initiatives, his policies faced resistance, leading to his assassination in 1987. Sankara's legacy endures, celebrated by Burkinabe youth and influencing neighboring countries.

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