The Burkinabè media outlet FasoAmazone.net celebrates its tenth anniversary and thanks its readers, partners, journalists and supporters for their help throughout the journey.
An editorial on coffee consumption in Burkina Faso, whose growing popularity raises concerns about the quality of products sold (unclear origin, spoilage, harmful additives). The author calls on control authorities to monitor the market and promotes specialty coffee.
In Paris, students demonstrated in front of the Louvre Museum and blocked access to support the high school student movement. They are denouncing teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and exhausting timetables.
The Burkina Islamic Cultural Center held a conference in Ouagadougou on the history of Islam in Burkina Faso and its contribution to nation-building. The discussion also focused on citizenship, social cohesion and current challenges in Islamic education.
Chief Battalion Commander Lingané B. Serge has taken command of the Prytanée militaire du Kadiogo (PMK) at a handover ceremony presided over by Colonel Bassinga K. Narcisse on 16 October 2026. He succeeds Lieutenant-Colonel Ouali Oupouhounla.
Moumounou Gnankambary, a Burkinabè expert in financial governance and former technical adviser to the Ministry of Economy and Finance, has been appointed managing director of Vista Bank Burkina, replacing Mohamed Ba. He is to continue the merger with Société Générale Burkina Faso (SGBF).
A satirical article questions the spread in Burkina Faso of “Adja,” figures to whom people attribute mystical powers to solve health, financial or family problems. It also raises concerns about exploitation of hope and the lack of verification of claimed healings.
The Central Brigade for Combating Cybercrime (BCLCC) warns about a fake online investment video circulating on social media, which uses an AI-generated voice imitating Digital Transition Minister Aminata Zerbo/Sabane. The BCLCC advises people not to share it.
The Burkinabè digital media outlet FasoAmazone.net celebrates 10 years since its launch on 21 October 2016. It focuses on women, female leadership and development initiatives, and announces plans to strengthen its digital presence.
In Dakar, ministers of the AES Confederation met Burkinabè, Malian and Nigerien communities living in Senegal, ahead of the first formal negotiations with ECOWAS. The diaspora praised the fight against terrorism, called for recognition of its identity documents and denounced road harassment.
Former Senegalese president Macky Sall announced in a statement dated 17 October 2026 that he is withdrawing his candidacy for UN Secretary-General, following an informal vote on 16 October and consultations with the presidents of Burundi and Senegal.
The Prime Minister's Office is promoting the 2025 edition of the Government Annals, a summary of government actions over the year, now downloadable online from its website. It is being showcased at the government exhibition at the SIAO from 2 to 9 October 2026.
Le Faso Digital 2026 looks at the role of digital solutions in strengthening business competitiveness. The article is presented live.
On 17 October 2026 in Zagtouli (Ouagadougou), Adja Bonkoungou donated school kits to four basic education districts, three tonnes of food to five detention centres, and a Jetour vehicle to the artist Floby.
In Ouagadougou, the Lions clubs Koubri Racines and Koubri Platinum celebrated their first year of existence and welcomed twelve new members at an induction ceremony held with District 403 A3.
ONEA announces disruptions to drinking water supply in several downtown Ouagadougou neighborhoods from October 19 to 20, 2026, due to technical work at the Paspanga treatment station.
In an interview with Libre Info in Ouagadougou, the canton chief of Niaogho, Naaba Wobgo II, discusses the community-funded wall of the Niaogho gendarmerie, built under the "One family, one bag of cement" project. He calls for national unity and for caution against divisive discourse.
In an op-ed published ahead of the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit (Moscow, 28-29 October 2026), Russia's ambassador to Burkina Faso, Igor Martynov, outlines cooperation priorities with Africa: trade, energy, health, training and a Russia-Burkina intergovernmental commission.
In France, protests that began with demands over schools and the cost of living turned violent. Foreign political leaders have blamed immigration, a claim rejected by an African immigrant interviewed in the article.
Real Madrid beat Sevilla 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday, October 18, in Matchday 9 of La Liga. Güler, Mbappé (two goals) and Yan Diomandé scored for Madrid.
