Protesters celebrated after embattled Burkina Faso President Blaise Compaore announced that he was stepping down in Ouagadougou on Oct. 31. Compaore announced that he was stepping down to make way for elections after a violent uprising against his 27-year rule, with protesters storming and setting fire to parliament on Thursday.
Victory: Crowds in Burkina Faso Cheer as Leader Quits
Protesters celebrated after embattled Burkina Faso President Blaise Compaore announced that he was stepping down.