In Ouagadougou, the 11th stop of the “Graine de cohésion” peace caravan was marked by strong participation from women in District 7. The initiative aims to promote peace, tolerance and social cohesion across the capital’s 12 districts.
Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo launched the mechanised maize harvest in Bagré on SOFA's irrigated perimeters, using a combine harvester provided by the Head of State in June 2025. The aim is to speed up harvests and prepare three production cycles per year.
Ouagadougou is hosting the 5th edition of Translog Africa from 20 to 22 October 2026, a symposium bringing together more than 150 experts from 15 countries on the resilience and security of supply chains. The event also aims to strengthen African economic integration.
In Bobo-Dioulasso, journalists and communicators took part in a training session on using artificial intelligence to better integrate it into their professional work. The session also stressed verifying information produced with the tool.
In Toma, the Nayala high commissioner brought together provincial stakeholders to brief them on the President of Faso’s instructions regarding the creation of the Sovereignty League. The meeting also focused on forming the province’s football team.
The Transitional Legislative Assembly unanimously adopted the new Penal Code, which reinstates the death penalty for terrorism, espionage, treason, parricide and the importation of expired or prohibited products that cause death. The Justice Ministry also plans to popularize the text in national…
The Club of Student Delegates of Higher Education Institutions of Burkina Faso (CEDES) launches the first Student Week, running from 20 to 24 October 2026, focused on Sino-Burkinabè cooperation, road safety and cultural exchanges. Conferences, awareness campaigns and cultural activities are planned.
Bafuji FC of Gaoua beat SANE FC of Poura 3-1 on the last matchday of Ligue 3 Group D, securing its return to the second division after four years away.
The commune of Satiri held the first Communal Day of the Servant of the People on 16 October 2026 as part of the JEPPC, to promote civic-mindedness and patriotism. The event also highlighted the return of residents to all villages after displacement caused by insecurity.
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Burkina Faso has reinstated the death penalty after a unanimous vote by its unelected assembly. The new penal code includes capital punishment for crimes such as terrorism, espionage and treason, despite criticism from Amnesty International.
The UMOA Banking Commission has sanctioned three banks in Côte d’Ivoire, Niger and Senegal for breaches of governance, risk management and anti-money-laundering rules. Each bank received a reprimand and a CFA 300 million fine.
Burkina Faso customs announced the seizure, as part of Operation Manya carried out from July 10 to October 15, 2026, of goods valued at an estimated CFAF 10.86 billion. The haul included counterfeit medicines, explosives, cocaine, cigarettes and fertiliser.
In Gaoua, the 9th National Integration Forum brings together African communities living in Burkina Faso for panels, cultural exchanges and health activities. The government says it wants to promote integration based on sovereignty, solidarity and free movement.
Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case linked to Africa’s latest outbreak in a woman who arrived from Uganda in Abuja. Health authorities have begun contact tracing for 44 close contacts and placed the patient in isolation.
Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo inaugurated the public rice mill in Bagré on 20 October 2026. Run by the state company Faso Agropôles (SOFA) with a capacity of 100 tonnes of paddy per day, it is funded from state resources and falls under the 2026-2028 agropastoral offensive.
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At the Night of Honour Rolls (Stars of Faso) held in Ouagadougou on 11 October 2025 by the association Burkina Impulsion, a young performer nicknamed "the little Amazon", Wendy, impressed the audience with a stage routine using a staff. The evening celebrates school excellence and rewards…
SanlamAllianz presented a CFA 5 million cheque to the Burkinabè Foundation Against Cancer (FOBUCAN) to support its field activities. The donation is meant to help with awareness, screening and the care of women who test positive.
Security forces in Koudougou intercepted five minors aged 13 to 17 headed to gold-mining sites in neighbouring countries. The driver was arrested, the parents recovered their children, and an investigation is ongoing to dismantle the smuggling network.
