19:00 News Bulletin of 28 October 2026 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Video published by RTB (Radiodiffusion Télévision du Burkina) on 28 October 2026.
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Burkina/Education: Jonas Hien's proposals on the NEKRE Pact (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
In an opinion piece, Jonas Hien welcomes the NEKRE Pact, launched on 17 October 2026 in Kaya to overhaul Burkina Faso's schools. He calls for education focused on skills, employment, recognition of teachers and a break from the colonial model.
Burkina/HIV-AIDS: Prevalence held at 0.5% and new strategic plan to step up the response (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the 23rd session of the CNLS-IST, Burkina Faso reviewed its 2025 HIV response: prevalence held at 0.5%, with 87,534 people on antiretroviral treatment. The 2026-2030 national strategic plan, costing 138.12 billion FCFA, was validated.
Eight Months of Blackout, a Legal Arsenal: The Negotiated Return of Social Media in Gabon (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Gabon lifted the suspension of social media in force since February 17 on October 24. The return comes with a new legal framework: removal within 24 hours, an end to online anonymity, a digital age of majority of 16, and rules on AI-generated content.
FA-EMI 2026: Three days of work begin on promoting responsible and citizen use of information (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The 2026 edition of the African Forum on Media and Information Literacy (FA-EMI) was launched in Ouagadougou for three days of work (October 28–30) on disinformation and information manipulation. Organised by EducommuniK with the BCLCC and support from Germany, it brings together participants from…
Start of the 2026-2027 academic year: Registrations are open at the Institut Supérieur de la Communication et du Multimédia (ISCOM) (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Institut Supérieur de la Communication et du Multimédia (ISCOM) has opened registrations for the 2026-2027 academic year. The programme targets holders of a Licence who want to specialise in digital, digital marketing and social media management.
Houet: prosecutors seek 30 years in prison against a gold panner for inciting a murder (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the Bobo-Dioulasso court, prosecutors requested 30 years in prison against a gold panner accused of offering 1.5 million FCFA to have his younger brother killed. He denies intending to kill him; the verdict is expected on 9 November 2026.
Burkina: 73 nursery operators and landscapers receive support to formalise their businesses (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Burkina Faso helped 73 nursery operators and landscapers obtain their trade register and unique tax identifier (IFU). The support also gives them access to financing from the chamber's microfinance arm, SAFINE.
Morocco: Under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, Nador West Med and Tanger Med 3 consolidate the Kingdom's place as a strategic logistics hub for Africa (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
King Mohammed VI chaired a working session at the Royal Palace in Rabat on the Nador West Med port and industrial complex, whose first terminal is due to open shortly, and on the launch of the new Tanger Med 3 port. The projects, backed by 54 billion dirhams for Nador West Med and 8 billion for…
Morocco: Under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, Nador West Med and Tanger Med 3 consolidate the Kingdom's place as a strategic logistics hub for Africa (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
King Mohammed VI chaired a working session on the Nador West Med port complex, whose first terminal is due to open soon, and on the launch of the Tanger Med 3 port. The projects aim to strengthen Morocco's logistics competitiveness and its links with African economies.
Spain: Rail collision kills 68, government declares three days of national mourning (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
A collision between an Iryo train and a Renfe train in Spain has killed 68 people, according to the latest toll. The government declared three days of national mourning, less than a year after the Adamuz accident. The Spanish football federation postponed 24 Copa del Rey matches.
ONEA: alert against an individual posing as an agent (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
ONEA warns its customers about an individual in a blue uniform marked "ONAB" who poses as a company agent and claims to carry out meter readings or interventions. The utility asks residents to check uniforms and badges before letting anyone into their home.
Land in Burkina Faso: government bans real estate developers from mobilising new sites (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Ministry of Construction bans approved and former real estate developers from mobilising new land for development, or from offering sites to local authorities for subdivision projects. Developers already holding land must submit proposals to the minister.
3rd Russia-Africa Summit: Vladimir Putin revives Thomas Sankara's thinking on debt (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the third Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in Moscow, Vladimir Putin cited a 1987 speech by Thomas Sankara on debt. Burkinabè Prime Minister Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo is attending the meeting on behalf of Burkina Faso.
Burkina: Pastor Mamadou Philippe Karambiri launches CICV 2026 under the sign of victory (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Pastor Mamadou Philippe Karambiri launched in Ouagadougou the fifth edition of the International Conference of Conquering Victors (CICV), held from 27 to 31 October 2026 at the headquarters of the International Evangelism Centre, focused on leadership and spiritual strategy.
Opinion | "Pink October or the story of a drug that bought itself a cause" (Léonce TANGOUAM) (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
An opinion piece by analyst Léonce Tangouam tracing the origins of the Pink October campaign, which he links to the pharmaceutical company ICI and the drug Nolvadex (tamoxifen). He criticises the media weight of breast cancer compared with deadlier cancers.
France Football: Cristiano Ronaldo 2008 wins the "Ballon d'Or of All Time" by a wide margin (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
France Football held a vote to name the "Ballon d'Or of All Time" for the trophy's 70th anniversary. Cristiano Ronaldo, winner in 2008, finished first in the ranking, ahead of Lionel Messi (2012).
Russia-Africa: Putin revives Thomas Sankara's speech on debt at the heart of discussions (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
At the Russia-Africa summit, Vladimir Putin repeated a Thomas Sankara formula describing debt as neocolonialism. The article recalls Sankara's 1987 speech at the OAU and the debate on African economic sovereignty.
Water mobilisation: the Niangdo dam inaugurated (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Niangdo dam, in the Poa commune (Nando region), was officially handed over on 27 October 2026. With a capacity of 580,000 m³, it is expected to serve nearly 50,000 people and support agropastoral and fisheries activities, including a 6-hectare irrigated perimeter.
Mbappé apologises after anger from his Chinese sponsors (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
Kylian Mbappé has apologised after a viral video in which he appeared to joke about Mao Zedong. Several Chinese brands, including Dongpeng, Mengniu and Milkground, have ended their partnerships with him.