Who is Ibrahim Traoré?
Ibrahim Traoré is a Burkinabé soldier and politician. He is currently serving as the interim President of Burkina Faso after ousting the former interim President, Lieutenant Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, in 2022.
Ibrahim Traoré was born on March 14, 1988, in Kéra, Bondokuy, Burkina Faso. As of the time of publishing this article (August 2025), Ibrahim Traoré is 37 years old. He is currently the second youngest head of state in the world.
About Ibrahim Traoré’s parents
According to reports, Ibrahim Traoré’s parents are natives of Burkina Faso. The Burkinabé president has revealed that his father was both a soldier and a nurse, while his mother was a housewife. Traoré also shared that his mother initially didn’t want any of her kids to become soldiers because of the struggles Ibrahim’s father had faced in the military. However, while studying at the university, Traoré informed his mother of his intention to join the army, and she eventually gave him her blessings.
He shared:
“I was doing well in geology. I could do whatever I wanted, you know… But it was in my master’s year that she [Ibrahim Traoré’s mother] gave me permission. I took the academy test, went to do my training, and became an army officer.”
About Ibrahim Traoré’s siblings
As of August 2025, information about Ibrahim Traoré’s siblings remains scarce in the media. However, while sharing his inspiring story, he mentioned growing up with an older brother. Although Traoré didn’t reveal many details about his brother or other siblings.
About Ibrahim Traoré’s educational background
According to information gathered by DNB Stories Africa, Ibrahim Traoré received his primary education in his native town of Bondokuy. He then attended a high school in Bobo-Dioulasso in Burkina Faso. Ibrahim Traoré went on to study geology at the University of Ouagadougou, graduating with honors. After his university education, Ibrahim Traoré attended the Georges-Namoano Military Academy.
How Ibrahim Traoré started his career
In 2009, Ibrahim Traoré joined the Army of Burkina Faso. After his education at the Georges-Namoano Military Academy, he went to Morocco for anti-aircraft training. Ibrahim slowly moved up the ranks and was promoted to lieutenant in 2014. He then joined MINUSMA, a United Nations peacekeeping force during the Mali War.
Afterwards, Traoré returned to Burkina Faso, assisting in efforts to curb the growing jihadist insurgency. In 2020, Ibrahim Traoré was promoted to Captain. He was a part of the army officers who supported the January 2022 Burkina Faso coup d’état that put the junta leader Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba in power. However, Traoré and other army officers became dissatisfied with Paul-Henri’s inability to contain the jihadists’ insurgency. They carried out another coup in September 2022, which led to the overthrow of Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba.
Following the successful takeover, Traoré was named the leader of the Patriotic Movement for Safeguard and Restoration. He also assumed the role of Interim President, holding the title of “Head of State, Supreme Head of the Armed Forces.” Since then, Ibrahim Traoré has been hailed by many citizens and pan-Africanists as a symbol of youthful leadership and resistance against foreign influence. His bold stance against terrorism and neocolonialism has earned him widespread support across parts of West Africa.
Ibrahim Traoré’s wiki profile
| Full name | Ibrahim Traoré |
| Origin | Burkina Faso |
| Date of birth | March 14, 1988 |
| Age | 37 |
| Place of birth | Kéra, Bondokuy, Burkina Faso |
| Marital status | N/A |
| Wife | N/A |
| Kids | N/A |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inches (185.42 cm) |
| Career | Military officer, President of Burkina Faso |
| Net worth | $128,566 |
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About Ibrahim Traoré’s marriage and wife
As of the time of publishing this article (August 2025), information about Ibrahim Traoré’s wife and marriage remains scarce in the media. While some reports suggest that the Burkina Faso president is currently unmarried, others claim he is married with two children but keeps his family life private.
There have also been false claims that Ugandan activist Oliver Mutesi is Ibrahim Traoré’s wife, following the circulation of a photo of them together. However, there is no credible evidence to support these claims or any romantic relationship between them.
About Ibrahim Traoré’s kids
Information about Ibrahim Traoré’s children is currently scarce in the media. While there is a lot of misinformation and AI-generated images circulating online about Traoré’s wife and kids, it remains unclear whether the Burkinabe military leader has any children at all.
About Ibrahim Traoré’s net worth
Ibrahim Traoré’s net worth is estimated at $128,566. According to reports, he declared this publicly in 2025 as part of a nationwide anti-corruption campaign. Traoré reportedly rejected a salary increase, choosing instead to continue receiving his previous military pay. He also banned government officials from doing business with the state to promote transparency and accountability.
