7 p.m. News Broadcast of September 10, 2026 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Video published by RTB (Radiodiffusion Télévision du Burkina) on 10 September 2026.
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Implementation of the APS/HPA project: good practices recorded for better functioning of Health Professional Associations (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
A national workshop held in Ouagadougou on 8–9 September 2026 presented good practices from the APS/HPA project, implemented by ENDA Santé with Gates Foundation support in Burkina Faso, the DRC and Senegal. Capacity building in advocacy and association governance is cited as a key achievement.
UMOA-Titres: Burkina raises nearly 50 billion FCFA with strong national participation (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Burkina Faso's Treasury raised 49.999 billion FCFA on the WAEMU financial market in a government bond and note issue on 9 September 2026. Burkinabè investors supplied most of the subscriptions accepted.
Gender, force-feeding and control of girls' bodies (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
This article analyses force-feeding, a practice affecting mainly girls and young women, as a social mechanism controlling the female body in relation to desirability and the male gaze. It also adopts an intersectional approach, noting that the practice varies by place, socioeconomic status and…
Bobo-Dioulasso: The President of the Faso chairs the Council of Ministers of Thursday 10 September 2026 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
President of Faso Ibrahim Traoré chairs the Council of Ministers in Bobo-Dioulasso on Thursday 10 September 2026. Government members are to examine several items on the agenda.
2nd AES Games / Men's Elite Cycling: Burkinabè Soumaïla Ilboudo wins the individual time trial (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Burkinabè rider Soumaïla Ilboudo won the 10.1 km individual time trial held in Ouagadougou, the first cycling event of the 2nd AES Games. He finished 0.70 seconds ahead of Malian rider Tiémoko Diamouténé.
Opinion | “What if our education system closed more doors than it opened?” (Inoussa Malgoubri) (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
In an op-ed, Inoussa Malgoubri criticizes a Burkinabe education system that gives too much weight to diplomas and program labels instead of skills and experience. He calls for bridges, upgrading modules and better recognition of prior learning.
COUNCIL OF MINISTERS: 104 BILLION FCFA TO ACCELERATE ELECTRIFICATION IN BURKINA (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the Council of Ministers held in Bobo-Dioulasso, the government adopted a methodological guide updating job descriptions in the public administration. It also approved financing of over 104 billion FCFA to strengthen the country's energy capacity.
Algerian Prime Minister expected in Bamako on Monday, September 14 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Chrieb is expected in Bamako on Monday, September 14, 2026, according to a statement from the Malian Prime Minister's Office published on Thursday, September 10.
Council of Ministers adopts 104-billion-FCFA project to increase electrification rate (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At its weekly Council of Ministers, the Burkinabè government adopted a project of over 104 billion FCFA to strengthen SONABEL and the Faso Vêenem Agency, aiming for a 70% electrification rate by 2030. A decree adopting a methodological guide for describing public-sector jobs was also adopted.
TEXFORCES-BF: A New Industrial Unit for Textile Sovereignty (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Textile Industrial Complex of the Armed Forces of Burkina Faso (TEXFORCES-BF) was inaugurated in Logofourousso, near Bobo-Dioulasso, at an announced cost of 15 billion FCFA. It aims to process domestic cotton and produce uniforms for the defence and security forces.
Man arrested for "fraud" and suspected "migrant trafficking" (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
A man suspected of defrauding several would-be irregular migrants bound for Europe was arrested in Zac Mbao, Senegal, and placed in police custody. Investigators are seeking possible accomplices and the extent of the network.
Burkina Faso: A 104 billion FCFA project to increase the electrification rate (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the council of ministers, the government adopted a report authorising funding for a project of over 104 billion FCFA to strengthen the capacities of SONABEL and the Agence Faso Vêenem. The aim is to reach an electrification rate of 70% by 2030.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES IN OUAGADOUGOU: Less than a month before the new school year, the market is slow (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
In Ouagadougou, less than a month before the new school year, school supply retailers complain of few customers. They denounce competition from street vendors with lower prices and hope sales will rise as classes approach.
Burkina Faso: Sunni Movement Inaugurates An-Nahdah Private University of Africa in Ouagadougou (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The An-Nahdah Private University of Africa (UP-2A), run by the Sunni Movement of Burkina Faso, opened in Ouagadougou on 10 September 2026. It will welcome its first students for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Council of Ministers: over 104 billion FCFA to boost electrification (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the Council of Ministers chaired by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso's government reviewed a energy project worth over 104 billion FCFA aimed at strengthening SONABEL and the Agence Faso Vêenem, with a target of 70% electrification by 2030. A new methodological guide for describing public…
Niger: Kafra, a 2.5 billion barrel oil potential to be explored (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Niger's Oil Minister, Hamadou Tini, presented in Niamey the progress of the Kafra oil project in the Agadez region, whose potential is estimated at 2.5 billion barrels. Four wells are scheduled until July 2028 during the exploration phase.
Diplomacy: Algeria severs relations with the United Arab Emirates (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Algeria has announced the severing of diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates after several years of tension, which it blames on provocative or hostile Emirati actions. The Emirati ambassador has 48 hours to leave the country.
Burkina Faso: a 104 billion FCFA project to increase the electrification rate (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Council of Ministers of 10 September 2026 adopted a report authorising the funding of a project worth over 104 billion FCFA to strengthen SONABEL and the Faso Vêenem Agency. The goal is to reach a 70% electrification rate by 2030. The Council also adopted a guide describing jobs in the public…
Burkina: The Pan-African Senior Citizens Fair puts digital technology at the heart of its 3rd edition (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Faso Events announces the 3rd edition of the Pan-African Senior Citizens Fair (SPA), scheduled for 7–10 October 2026 at Ouaga 2000, focused on digital technology and senior inclusion. Programme includes a health village, workshops, a seniors' ball and intergenerational exchanges.