Farming

Nanoro: NGO Res Publica celebrates the 2nd edition of International Rural Women's Day under the banner of empowerment (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

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.

Lefaso.netOct 15, 11:20 PMDevelopment

Burkinabe boxing: "We have talent, but we need an equipped gym to prepare them for the highest level," says FBB president Jérémie Bouda (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The president of the Burkinabe Boxing Federation, Jérémie Bouda, praises the sport's recent results but highlights a lack of resources, especially the absence of an equipped training hall. He also calls for more competitions and better training for coaches and officials.

Lefaso.netOct 9, 10:53 PMAgriculture

Climate change adaptation: In Titao, FAO bets on market gardening to strengthen households' resilience (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In Titao, in Loroum province, the FAO and the authorities of Yaadga have launched a pilot project to sustainably intensify market gardening. The initiative aims to support households' economic recovery, especially returnee populations, despite risks linked to insecurity and climate.

Burkina24Oct 4, 03:59 PMFarming

On the Yennenga High School Pitch, Dreams Learn to Grow (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

At Yennenga High School in Ouagadougou, a children’s football tournament brings together 200 to 300 young people aged 6 to 17 every weekend. Led by Yayacalé Zouma and volunteers, the initiative promotes discipline, schooling and talent spotting despite scarce resources and poor facilities.