In a report, the World Bank says that sub-Saharan Africa's cities, expected to gain 748 million urban residents between 2025 and 2050, can become engines of growth and jobs through targeted investment and better urban governance.
Between 2021 and 2025, Burkina Faso's imports from Russia more than quadrupled, driven by petroleum products (gas-oil, heavy fuel oil, premium petrol), while exports to Russia remained smaller and irregular. The bilateral trade deficit reached 535 billion FCFA in 2025.
The Mining Indaba 2027, to be held in Cape Town from 8 to 11 February 2027, will focus on mining partnerships and how to turn ambitious projects into lasting economic value, bringing together governments, investors and industrial buyers.
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On the sidelines of the 3rd Russia-Africa Partnership Forum Summit in Moscow, Malian President Assimi Goïta received a high-level AES delegation led by the Burkinabè Prime Minister and the Nigerien Foreign Minister. Discussions focused on consolidating the Confederation and coordinating with Russia.
Captain Ibrahim Traoré opened the 18th Ouagadougou International Craft Fair (SIAO), running until 8 November 2026, and called for linking craftsmanship to industrialisation. Mali and Niger are special guest countries, and Ghana is guest of honour.
President Ibrahim Traoré officially opened the 18th edition of the Ouagadougou International Craft Fair (SIAO), running from 30 October to 8 November 2026. Ghana is the guest country of honour, while Mali and Niger are special guests.
The National Reproductive Health Week "plus" (SNSR+) 2026 was launched in Ouahigouya by the provincial Secretary General of Yatenga. It aims to accelerate the reduction of maternal, neonatal and infant mortality, with free services offered from 26 October to 1 November 2026.
Young Burkinabè presented FasoCraft, a digital platform to promote and sell Burkina Faso's craft products. It has about twenty partner artisans in Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso, and a mobile app that is not yet operational.
On the eve of the opening of the 18th edition of the SIAO in Ouagadougou, a popular four-kilometre run gathered many participants on Thursday evening, in the presence of the Kadiogo governor and the director general of the fair.
The Ouagadougou Municipal Police is increasing its presence on the ground for the 18th edition of the SIAO, held from 30 October to 8 November 2026. Its officers are securing public spaces, regulating traffic and preventing incivilities, in coordination with other security forces.
Editorial on the rise in dengue cases in Burkina Faso despite health authorities' actions. The author blames the spread of the disease on residents who let Aedes aegypti mosquitoes breed in their yards.
SONATUR, the state-owned urban land development company, becomes a partner of the 37th Tour du Faso, which started on 30 October 2026 in Ouagadougou. It is the company's first participation as a partner.
The National Precious Substances Company (SONASP) has opened a fourth gold purchasing counter in Tenkodogo, in the Nakambé region. It aims to improve traceability of artisanal gold and fight fraudulent gold sales.
Profile of Mahamadi Ouédraogo, known as Mdi, a Burkinabè communicator and entrepreneur who leads the association "Être utile et agir utile". He mobilises citizens for clean-up and reforestation operations in Ouagadougou, inspired by the hummingbird legend.
CAF has unanimously reversed its reform that would have held the AFCON every four years and restored the biennial schedule. It cites uncertainty over the future African Nations League. The next edition will take place in 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Flowers were laid on Sir Patrick Stewart's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame after his death in Los Angeles at age 86. The British actor was known for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men.
Mali's Transition President, Assimi Goïta, called in Moscow for a Russia-Africa partnership based on sovereignty, mutual respect and shared development. He also addressed bilateral cooperation with Russia and the role of the AES.
Twelve years on, a look back at 30 October 2014, the day of the popular uprising in Ouagadougou and other cities that led to the fall of Blaise Compaoré after 27 years in power. The National Assembly was set on fire, and the uprising left 34 dead according to the CAASP.
Donald Trump and Melania Trump handed out sweets to children at the Halloween celebration held at the White House. Air Force One flew over the event, and several members of the administration attended with their families.
