Ahead of the 2026 Tour du Faso, due to start on 30 October, the Burkinabè cycling delegation, led by the Sports Minister, was received at the royal palace by Mogho Naaba Baongo, who gave advice and blessings on cohesion and perseverance.
On the sidelines of the third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow, Burkinabè Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, interviewed by Russian channel RT, defends the sovereignty of the country's foreign policy and a partnership with Russia based on technology transfer.
The Récréâtrales theatre festival, in its 14th edition (October 24–31), takes over the Bougsemtenga neighbourhood in Ouagadougou. Residents host performances and readings in their courtyards and have co-produced the festival since its creation.
Preparations for the 18th edition of the Ouagadougou International Craft Fair (SIAO) are 90% complete, three days before the opening set for October 30. Around 800,000 visitors are expected, according to Trade and Crafts Minister Serge Poda.
A guide to public aid for major home renovation, including MaPrimeRénov', the energy-sieve exit bonus and local grants, plus advice on energy audits, mandatory support, RGE-certified tradespeople and work priorities.
Brazilian President Lula celebrated his 81st birthday after winning re-election, criticising his defeated rival Flávio Bolsonaro for reportedly leaving Brazil soon after the runoff. A US official said Washington would grant visas to the Bolsonaro family.
The director general of the FBDES "Tõogo", Ahmadé Nour GUENDA, encouraged staff attending a three-day training session on administrative ethics and conduct in state public bodies. The session aims to anchor transparency, performance and patriotism within the institution.
Three days before the opening of the 18th Ouagadougou International Craft Fair (SIAO), Trade Minister Serge Poda says preparations are 90% complete. The fair runs from 30 October to 8 November 2026, with Ghana as guest of honour.
The IPO of Nigeria's Dangote Petroleum Refinery closed on Wednesday, described as Africa's largest ever initial public offering. Funds were raised from investors in 120 countries, far exceeding the initial $1.6 billion target.
On the sidelines of the third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow, Burkinabè Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo gave an interview to RT. He reaffirmed the break with France and cooperation on an equal footing with Russia.
A Russian jet-powered drone struck the Osnovianskyi district of Kharkiv, injuring five people and sparking a fire over about 2,500 square metres that engulfed residential and industrial buildings. Emergency crews brought the blaze under control.
Partial results from Israel's parliamentary election show no clear winner, pointing to weeks of coalition negotiations. Turnout was the highest in at least 25 years.
Partial results from Israel's parliamentary election, the first since the Hamas attack of October 2023, show no clear winner. Netanyahu's bloc and Eisenkot's opposition are close, and Arab parties could weigh heavily on forming the next government.
The third Russia-Africa Summit takes place in Moscow on 28-29 October 2026, with delegations from 48 African countries, including 22 heads of state. The agenda covers a review of the 2023-2026 action plan, planned adoption of a 2027-2029 plan, and partnerships in food security, energy and youth…
At a UN Security Council session, Secretary-General António Guterres urged leaders to ensure full and equal participation of women in peace processes, invest in women-led organisations and combat gender-based violence.
Moumounou Gnankambary, a former senior public finance official, has been appointed managing director of Vista Bank Burkina, tasked with completing the absorption of Société Générale Burkina Faso. The article traces his career and the stakes of the merger.
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, defeated by Lula in the presidential runoff, is untraceable after reports that he left Brazil despite a court-ordered travel ban. He reportedly travelled via Argentina towards Ecuador, which has not been confirmed.
The BRVM Official Bulletin of 27 October 2026 is published online with several attached documents: a notice on interest payment and partial redemption for a BIDC-EBID bond, activity reports from listed companies (BERNABE CI, ECOBANK CI, PALM CI, TOTALENERGIES MARKETING CI), a dividend payment…
Vladimir Putin received the presidents of Mozambique, Libya and Equatorial Guinea in Moscow on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF). Talks covered multilateral cooperation, bilateral relations with Libya and trade.
Firefighters in Sana'a battle a fire at a cement factory, which Houthi media attribute to an airstrike by Saudi-backed government forces. The Houthis also claim a ballistic missile attack on the Ras Tanura refinery in Saudi Arabia.
