Oil Minister Hamadou Tini says the Kafra block in northern Niger is still in exploration and appraisal, and that the 2.5 billion barrels estimated for North-Kafra are prospective resources, not reserves. A new four-well drilling campaign is planned over two years.
At the 8th SAMAO, Advanced Fire Global Burkina Faso calls for fire prevention in the mining and industrial sectors beyond fire extinguishers alone: automated systems, inspection, maintenance and local skills training.
Burkina Faso will hold a "Night of the Popular Progressive Revolution" on September 30, 2026, at Ouagadougou's Place de la Révolution, marking the fourth anniversary of Captain Ibrahim Traoré's rise to power. The event, running from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., combines presentations of achievements…
Colonel Issa Yaguibou, chief of staff of the National Gendarmerie, visited the Mogtédo Territorial Brigade on 16 September 2026 to raise staff awareness of extortion, harassment and corruption on roads. He announced systematic disciplinary action and criminal prosecution.
At the 10th edition of the CNSS ceremony in Ouagadougou, which awards scholarships, school kits and food aid, UBA Burkina contributed 10 million FCFA. Its managing director, Rasmata Djibo, was the ceremony's godmother. In total, 605 pupils and 600 widows will benefit from the donations.
The Mobile Economic Control and Fraud Repression Brigade (BMCRF) is stepping up checks on school supplies ahead of the new school year in Ouagadougou. Inspectors are verifying margins, invoicing and price display, and have found irregularities at some bookshops.
On 17 September 2026 in Diapangou, the Goulmou regional Human Rights Directorate raised awareness among 25 community players on mechanisms to prevent and fight gender-based violence. Participants are to pass on this knowledge to their families and associations.
UBA Burkina supported the 10th edition of the scholarship and school kit ceremony organised by the CNSS in Ouagadougou. 604 orphaned or vulnerable pupils and 600 widows of social insurance members were assisted.
Niger's president Abdourahamane Tiani signed a decree on 17 September 2026 provisionally stripping five Nigeriens of their nationality, including former prime minister Ouhoumoudou Mahamadou. According to the ANP, the measure brings the total under this scheme since 2024 to 25 people.
Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo officially launched "Faso Sign", an electronic signature system for Burkina Faso's public administration, on 15 September 2026. Sponsored by the Minister of Economy and Finance, it aims to speed up the processing of administrative files.
The CNSS handed out study grants and school kits to 604 orphans and vulnerable children of social insurance contributors for the 2026-2027 school year, plus food donations to 600 widows, with support from partners including UBA Burkina. The ceremony took place on 16 September 2026 in Ouagadougou.
The organising committee of the Night of the Progressive Popular Revolution (RPP) presented in Ouagadougou the main features of the event, held to mark the fourth anniversary of Captain Ibrahim Traoré's accession to power. Three highlights are scheduled from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., with simultaneous…
On 17 September 2026, the BMCRF carried out an inspection operation in Ouagadougou and its surroundings to check compliance with regulated prices for cement and everyday consumer goods. Five trading outlets were sealed and their owners were required to perform community service.
Burkina Faso will jointly mark the 2026 International Days of Peace and Tolerance from 21 September to 16 November, under the theme of the Popular Progressive Revolution's (RPP) contribution to tolerance and peace. The Justice Minister presented the plan to the Council of Ministers on 17 September.
The Central Brigade for the Fight against Cybercrime (BCLCC) has arrested two alleged perpetrators of a mobile phone theft followed by the fraudulent withdrawal of 75,000 CFA francs from the victim's Mobile Money account. They have been referred to the prosecutor in Ouagadougou.
Niger's President Abdourahamane Tiani signed a decree provisionally stripping five people, including former Prime Minister Ouhoumoudou Mahamadou, of their nationality. They are being prosecuted for offences the authorities say threaten public order and state security. The revocation is not final…
The organising committee of the RPP Night presented the programme for the 30 September evening in Ouagadougou, marking the fourth anniversary of Captain Ibrahim Traoré's accession to power. It will include shows, presentations of achievements and a concert, with events in regional capitals and…
On 17 September 2026, the Council of Ministers adopted a decree regulating temporary work and placement activities, implementing the Labour Code of May 2026. It requires a separate licence for each activity, bans clauses that prevent hiring temporary workers, and establishes pay equality with…
The Council of Ministers adopted a draft decree regulating the conclusion of headquarters agreements in Burkina Faso. The text makes requests subject to Council approval, requires prior authorisations for certain activities, and aims to protect state tax revenue.
At the Council of Ministers on 17 September 2026, the government adopted a decree creating the General Inspectorate of Human Resources (IGRH), tasked with auditing public human resources management and fighting corruption, in response to dysfunctions in ministries and institutions.
