Two of Burkina Faso's richest men are at war over TotalEnergies' former assets

Billionaires Africa | 14.03.2026 00:44
When TotalEnergies pulled out of Burkina Faso last year, the French oil major left behind more than a brand. It left a network of roughly 170 fuel stations, supply depots and distribution infrastructure that still anchor a significant chunk of the country's petroleum supply. Now two of the country's most powerful businessmen are fighting over who actually controls it.