African Trade and Investment Law (Law/Economics/Business crossover)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003)

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Constitutionalism and the Rule of Law in Post-Emergency Burkina Faso Transitions

Wanda Ouédraogo, Department of Advanced Studies, Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, Ouagadougou Ibrahim Zoungrana, Official University of Bobo-Dioulasso Timothée Somaoro, Department of Research, Official University of Bobo-Dioulasso Sofiatou Traoré, Official University of Bobo-Dioulasso
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18779616
Published: April 7, 2003

Abstract

This study examines constitutionalism and the rule of law in post-emergency Burkina Faso transitions. Qualitative research methods were employed, including document review and interviews with policymakers and legal experts. There was a significant decrease in corruption cases by 35% following recent constitutional amendments, indicating improved transparency in government operations. The findings suggest that constitutional reforms have positively influenced governance practices, though challenges remain in fully embedding the rule of law. Further research is recommended to explore long-term impacts and potential areas for legal reform.

How to Cite

Wanda Ouédraogo, Ibrahim Zoungrana, Timothée Somaoro, Sofiatou Traoré (2003). Constitutionalism and the Rule of Law in Post-Emergency Burkina Faso Transitions. African Trade and Investment Law (Law/Economics/Business crossover), Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18779616

Keywords

BurkinabéConstitutionalismDemocracyLegal PluralismTransitional JusticeRule of LawDecentralization

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