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.
Burkinabè dermatologist Dr P. Angèle Bienvenue Ouédraogo/Ouangré explains the causes of early greying (canities): age, heredity, autoimmune diseases, thyroid disorders and deficiencies. She also outlines treatment options and advises against plucking grey hairs.
In Malawi, fuel shortages force motorists and motorcycle taxi operators into long queues. Petrol prices, among the highest in Africa, are weighing on livelihoods and the economy amid a shortage of foreign currency.
France is resuming military cooperation with Chad after N'Djamena expelled French troops in 2024 and ties improved. Two Mirage fighter jets and a transport aircraft will make a stopover in Chad for training activities.
A monumental Catrina, taller than the previous record set in Puerto Vallarta, has been unveiled in Mexico City for Day of the Dead. Standing opposite the Metropolitan Cathedral, it dominates a large ofrenda surrounded by 70,000 marigolds.
The CAF Executive Committee has decided to return to an Africa Cup of Nations held every two years, abandoning the plan for a four-year cycle. The schedule of upcoming editions was also announced.
Senegal is finalising preparations for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first Olympic event held on African soil. About 2,700 young athletes are expected to compete in 35 sports from October 31 to November 13.
In Ziniaré, journalist Alassane Ouédraogo, head of Yirimedia, marked his birthday with a training day for about fifteen women entrepreneurs. Topics covered included business development and digital communication.
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will keep its two-year cycle after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) reversed its earlier plan. CAF had announced a biennial Africa Nations League and a move to a four-year AFCON cycle.
The CAF Executive Committee unanimously approved on 30 October 2026 a return to holding the Africa Cup of Nations every two years, abandoning the plan for a four-year cycle.
