The Minister of Justice visited the Baporo Prison Agricultural Centre, where 550.2 tonnes are expected for the 2026-2027 season. Nationally, the prison administration forecasts 1,014.7 tonnes on 574 hectares.
Burkina Faso's new Labour Code bans discrimination based on pregnancy and protects employees during maternity leave, when dismissal cannot be pronounced. The article explains these rules using practical examples.
Burkina Faso's Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism presided over the first ZAMA D'OR awards on 9 October 2026 at Ouaga 2000. The contest honoured six communication and advertising professionals, along with honorary awards.
The Government Exhibition in Ouagadougou closed on 9 October 2026 after eight days. The Burkinabè government described the outcome as largely positive, citing 28 stands, 700 exhibitors and over 200,000 visitors.
OGC Nice host RC Strasbourg on Sunday 11 October 2026 at the Allianz Riviera in a Ligue 1 fixture. The article gives the kick-off time, broadcasters by region and the form of both teams.
The Burkinabè government has suspended, until further notice, the export of millet, maize and sorghum flours and their derivatives, as well as the issuance of special export authorisations (ASE) for these products. The measure aims to keep these staples available on the domestic market.
At the closing of the 15th African Universities of Communication of Ouagadougou (UACO), Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo urged media professionals to put into practice recommendations on communicational war, disinformation and digital skills.
Orange Burkina Faso has launched a one-week campaign in Ouagadougou, "My Customer, My Boss", during which its staff go out to meet customers and gather their expectations. The managing director visited loyal customers.
The Ouagadougou Municipal Police returned about a dozen motorcycles found through the IRAPOL system, which cross-checks impounded vehicles against the database of reported stolen vehicles. The handover took place under the chair of the President of the Ouagadougou Commune's Special Delegation.
The Minister of Commerce, Industry and Crafts has announced the suspension, until further notice, of exports of cereal flour (millet, maize and sorghum) and derivatives across the country, along with the issuance of Special Export Authorisations (ASE) for these products. The measure aims to ensure…
The Burkinabè government is launching an emergency plan for the 2026-2027 dry season campaign to boost agricultural production. Budgeted at CFAF 254.79 billion, it includes boreholes, lowland development and expanded irrigated areas.
CONSOMED Burkina, a medical device manufacturer, signed an agreement with CAMEG to make its products available in public health facilities. The deal was concluded at the first government exhibition in Ouagadougou.
The CAF, meeting in general assembly in Cape Verde, is considering dropping its plan to hold the Africa Cup of Nations every four years and returning to a biennial format. President Patrice Motsepe confirmed the question is under review, following strong opposition to the December 2025 decision.
The Ministry of Digital Transition won first prize for best accountability stand at the close of the government exhibition held as part of the JEPPC. The ministry was rewarded for its innovations, including AI translation into national languages.
According to Soccer Laduma, Burkinabè striker Djibril Ouattara, who plays for APR FC, is attracting interest from three South African PSL clubs: Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs. No agreement has been reached yet.
The Burkinabe government plans to allocate more than CFA 67 billion in 2026 to build 20 municipal medical centers, 20 modern maternity wards, 4 operating theaters at Halassane Coulibaly military hospital and the Heart Institute.
Burkina Faso's Ministry of Digital Transition presented projects to modernize the administration, digitize services and expand digital inclusion. These include the "Citizens' Houses", with 80 sites already launched for an investment of CFAF 10 billion.
In Titao, in Loroum province, the FAO and the authorities of Yaadga have launched a pilot project to sustainably intensify market gardening. The initiative aims to support households' economic recovery, especially returnee populations, despite risks linked to insecurity and climate.
The UN Resident Coordinator in Burkina Faso, Njoya Tikum, was received in audience by President Ibrahim Traoré in Ouagadougou to receive his guidance on the country's priorities. Discussions covered security, development, the economy and the care of displaced people, as well as the RELANCE Plan…
Agriculture Minister Ismaël Sombié visited the construction site of the modern slaughterhouse in Ziniaré, which costs over 2 billion FCFA. He ordered the works completed for commissioning at the end of 2026, with capacity for 50 cattle and 100 small ruminants per day.
