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In Kaya, President Ibrahim Traoré launched the NEKRE Pact for the reform of Burkina Faso’s school system. He called on the state, teachers, families and students to take responsibility and announced zero tolerance for unethical practices.
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AES and ECOWAS decided in Dakar to create joint thematic working groups to prepare a cooperation framework agreement. The two organizations say they want a balanced framework based on mutual respect and sovereignty.
At 14, Chérif Kounta presents FasoNova, an AI designed in Burkina Faso to address Burkinabe and African realities. He says he wants to adapt it to education, public administration and health, with a mission mode that guides users through tasks.
The Higher School of Technological and Commercial Studies in Ouagadougou celebrated the graduation of 147 bachelor's and master's students. The ceremony highlighted the range of programs and called on graduates to use their skills in service of the country.
The second edition of “Le Faso Digital” was launched in Ouagadougou under the theme of digital inclusion and sovereignty. The virtual fair showcases 201 local solutions, along with conferences, panels and an AI competition.
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In Lèba, in Zondoma, CP1 teachers and school principals completed a two-week training on bi-plurilingual teaching and Mooré transcription. The initiative is part of Burkina Faso’s drive to expand bilingual education.
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In Toécé, school principals and CP1 teachers completed a two-week training on transcription in Mooré and the teaching methods linked to bilingual-plurilingual education. The session is meant to strengthen implementation of the harmonized model.
ECOWAS and the AES Confederation have decided to set up joint thematic working groups to define a cooperation framework agreement. The ministers stressed mutual respect, sovereignty and the interests of their populations.
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The head of the Zorgho basic education district launched a fundraising drive for the Patriot Support Fund as part of the JEPPC. Staff from offices and schools took part, and 11,300 CFA francs were collected on site.
Horuslabs certified 63 participants after a week of training in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital investigation in Ouagadougou. The initiative aims to strengthen local skills for professional work and projects in Burkina Faso.
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In Koper, Ioba province, PDS Zakaria Dao urged residents to prioritize Burkinabe products during the launch of the second phase of the JEPPC. The message focuses on promoting local production and consumption.
The NEKRE Pact was launched on October 17 in Burkina Faso to reshape the school system around access for all, better learning quality, the promotion of national languages, and stronger governance. The government also wants education to be closer to production and vocational skills.
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In Ouri, residents from Boromo, Siby, Ouri and Safané launched rehabilitation works on regional road No. 29, an 81-km stretch linking Boromo to Lanfiera. The project aims to improve mobility, medical evacuations and local economic activity.
The Office of the President of Burkina Faso received rolling stock worth more than 105 million CFA francs. The handover was carried out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in coordination with the Burkina Faso embassy in China.
In Nanoro, Res Publica launched the 2nd edition of International Rural Women's Day with a 72-hour fair and a women's cycling race. The event highlights producers from Nanoro, Pella and Soaw and the activities supported by the NGO.
AES and ECOWAS agreed in Dakar to set up joint thematic working groups to prepare a cooperation framework agreement. Both organizations say they want relations based on good neighborliness, sovereignty and the interests of their populations.
The release profiles Nana Noé, a Burkinabe business operator, on the occasion of the Sahel Business Awards. It highlights his tenure as head of the Songtaaba savings and credit union, marked by a net profit of CFA 1.173 billion as of December 31, 2025.
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In Kaya, Captain Ibrahim Traoré launched the NEKRE Pact, presented as a refoundation of Burkina Faso’s school system based on sovereignty, discipline and excellence. He called on teachers, families and students to commit to it.
The virtual fair Le Faso Digital, launched by Lefaso.net, runs until October 24, 2026 to showcase Burkinabe digital innovations. This second edition focuses on inclusion, digital sovereignty and innovation.
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In Gogo, mining company Kiaka SA handed over school and water infrastructure worth about CFAF 40 million. The work includes school renovations and the rehabilitation or construction of boreholes to improve access to drinking water.
