In an interview, Professor Salifou Ouédraogo says Burkina Faso's economy is in good shape, with rising growth, controlled inflation and a lower budget deficit. He also discusses record revenue collection and the conditions needed for a possible common AES currency.
FasoNova is a Burkinabè artificial intelligence created by 14-year-old Chérif Kounta, founder of Alpha IA. The article presents the young tech creator and his project.
Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila now leads the Front for National Refoundation (FRN), which has joined the AFC-M23 against President Félix Tshisekedi. The article also criticises the failure of the Doha and Washington peace agreements in eastern DR Congo.
The Burkinabè government created a regional football championship called the “League of Sovereignty” at the October 8, 2026 Council of Ministers. The initiative aims to develop football in the regions, nurture local talent and strengthen national cohesion.
Burkina Faso's National Police Director General, Thierry Dofizouho TUINA, visited the Yendéré border police post and urged officers to act with integrity, avoid extortion, and continue fighting terrorism and cross-border crime.
Head of state Ibrahim Traoré met regional governors and sports officials to set out how the Sovereignty League, a championship relying partly on the regions, should be organised. He announces a minimum pay of 200,000 FCFA per selected athlete and about 1,000 jobs created.
Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo received ARCOP, which submitted its 2025 annual activity report on public procurement. The report cites 5,316 contracts and 1,149 appeals handled.
A massive blowout of crude oil and gas occurred on September 25 at the Goumeri W8 well in the Agadem region of eastern Niger, according to the Ministry of Petroleum. Operated by CNPC Niger Petroleum, the site suffered an environmental incident described as of "exceptional gravity".
The radiotherapy department of the Bogodogo University Hospital in Ouagadougou, reopened in 2023, now has two machines and treats 300 to 400 patients a year. A decree makes treatment of the most common cancers free, but patients often arrive too late.
Jean-Claude Kam, 76, undergoing radiotherapy at the CHU Bogodogo in Ouagadougou, describes his improvement after a few sessions and praises the staff's welcome. The head of the department, Dr Compaoré, notes that steps before radiotherapy can weigh heavily on patients financially.
Joseph Ki-Zerbo University won the third Citizenship Cup, beating the University of the African Unity on penalties in Ouagadougou as part of the JEPPC 2026. The competition, which promotes civic values among young people, brought together 16 teams.
Falaise FC retained its title at the Chicorée Leroux Maracana Solidarity Tournament in Ouagadougou, beating Jeunes Pelé 3-1 on penalties after a goalless draw. The final was played on Sunday 11 October 2026 at the Tam Tam field in Samandin.
The text warns of a risk of military escalation between Ethiopia and Eritrea amid mutual accusations over Tigray. It calls on the African Union, the UN and other actors to help de-escalate tensions and verify the claims independently.
Joseph Kabila criticized Félix Tshisekedi in a live address, accusing him of wanting to amend the constitution and cling to power. The article suggests the statement may be part of a political comeback or revenge strategy in the DRC.
CAF is considering a return to a biennial AFCON after announcing in 2025 that the tournament would move to a four-year cycle from 2028. The text cites financial stakes, criticism of the reform and international calendar constraints.
In Ziniaré, the association Yiikri held an awareness caravan and an aerobics session for the International Day of the Girl to promote girls' rights, schooling and empowerment. A training centre for young girls is due to open at the Maison de la femme.
The article presents the election of Nourénou Atchadé as president of Les Démocrates in Benin, after the departure of Boni Yayi. It describes the challenge ahead as he seeks to rebuild a weakened party absent from elected institutions.
In the DRC, former president Joseph Kabila is presented as the head of the FRN, a coalition created after the dissolution of the AFC/M23. The article links him to the rebellion in the east of the country and says he rejects the ongoing peace processes.
Niger has started building a military uniform factory in Saguia, near Niamey, funded by the FSSP for 3.89 billion FCFA. With an announced capacity of 250,000 uniforms a year, it is also meant to support the cotton sector.
The National Coordination for the Fight against Fraud (CNLF) presented in Ouagadougou the results of three operations carried out in late September and early October 2026: cyanide and smuggled cigarettes, diverted subsidised diesel and counterfeit lubricants, with a total value of 55.2 million FCFA.
