What reforms did Thomas Sankara’s government introduce in Burkina Faso?

Thomas Sankara’s government, which came to power in 1983, implemented a "democratic and popular revolution" focused on anti-imperialism, social progress, and government accountability. Key reforms and achievements included:12

• Government Integrity: Sankara ordered all officials, including himself, to open their bank accounts to public scrutiny to curb corruption and waste.12
• Social Empowerment: His administration prioritized the promotion of women’s rights, successfully increasing the number of women in governmental posts.12
• Public Health and Education: The government launched significant vaccination and housing projects, which contributed to a vast reduction in infant mortality and improvements in literacy rates and school attendance.12
• Environmental Initiatives: To combat desertification, the government undertook massive tree-planting efforts, including the planting of 10 million trees in the first year of his presidency.12
• National Identity: In 1984, he renamed the country from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso ("Land of Incorruptible People") and introduced new national symbols, including a new flag, coat of arms, and anthem, to reflect revolutionary principles.123