Eyewitnesses Recount the Night of Sankara's Assassination and Burial

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The assassination of Thomas Sankara, a pivotal figure in Burkina Faso's history, remains a deeply sensitive topic. This documentary unearths firsthand accounts from those involved in the clandestine burial of Sankara and his comrades in 1987. "It was a night of terror," recounts one eyewitness, describing the hurried, clandestine nature of the burials. The video also shows the 2015 exhumation, highlighting the emotional toll on those who participated. The exhumation revealed the identities of the thirteen victims, bringing closure to a long-standing mystery. The video serves as a powerful reminder of a dark chapter in Burkina Faso's history, while also underscoring the ongoing quest for justice and remembrance.