The seven CDEJ centres in Piéla donated office supplies worth 350,000 CFA francs to Piéla Vocational High School to improve working and learning conditions. The package includes paper, a printer and school supplies.
CADES-BF closed its forum on sovereignty and collective intelligence in Ouagadougou, calling on institutions, organizations and citizens to work together to strengthen national sovereignty and endogenous development.
Koanga CSPS in Bingo hosted a blood collection and donation day as part of the 3rd edition of the National Days of Patriotic Commitment and Civic Participation. Held alongside the tribute to Thomas Sankara, the campaign drew residents from nearby villages and school students.
In Kalsaka 2, 40 teachers and school principals completed two weeks of training in bilingual Mooré instruction. The course supports the introduction of the national language in first grade as part of primary education reform.
Séguénéga A public primary school held a flag-raising ceremony and read the president’s message on consuming local products as part of the JEPPC. A fundraising drive was also organized for the Patriotic Support Fund.
In Ouahigouya, more than 70 women were screened for breast and cervical cancer as part of Pink October, during an activity organized by a hiking club with the CHUR.
In Bobo-Dioulasso, CNAVC-Houet raised awareness among students and staff at the private Eben-Ezer high school about patriotism, civic duty and consuming local products. The event marked the end of the second phase of the 3rd JEPPC edition.
In Bobo-Dioulasso, around fifty seedlings were planted and protected on October 14 and 15, 2026 at École Centre and Belle-Ville High School. The initiative, part of the Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation Days, aims to promote eco-citizenship and environmental protection.
More than 400 people from Koti, Kouloho, Lobouga and Founzan took part on 16 October 2026 in rehabilitating the Lobouga bridge. The bridge connects Founzan and Koti and is especially important for ambulances heading to the Houndé CMA.
Residents of Béréba commune cleaned the Women’s House premises on 15 October 2026 as part of the National Days of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation. The initiative aims to revive women’s activities and promote local consumption.
Dalo Public Primary School “A” marked Patriotic Commitment and Civic Participation Day with a flag ceremony, a clean-up day, awareness sessions and a community meal. Teachers, pupils, parents and the wider school community took part.
In Pelegtenga, in the commune of Ziniaré, SCOM Burkina donated school supplies to pupils and food to teachers at nine schools for the 2026-2027 school year. The donation marks the tenth edition of the initiative.
Stakeholders in Sapouy’s Basic Education District held a management meeting to review the administrative and academic start of the school year. They identified challenges, including large CP1 class sizes, and pledged to follow guidance to ensure a successful 2026-2027 year.
In Bougnounou, the ONI organized a special biometric registration operation on October 15, 2026, to issue the AES biometric identity card. The activity received support from local customary and administrative authorities.
In Ouagadougou, the Sports Minister installed the organizing committee for the 37th Tour du Faso and called for total commitment to prepare the cycling race scheduled for October 30. The president of the Burkinabè Cycling Federation heads the committee.
The director general of the National Institute of Public Health (INSP), Dr Seydou Barro, presents the institution’s missions in prevention, health surveillance and research. He highlights its role in protecting population health.
The first edition of the social cohesion maracana cup took place in Rom, in Gourcy commune, with FC Zindingessé beating FC Rogo on penalties. The event also highlighted the role of the FDS and VDP in helping residents return.
In Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and the Netherlands discussed strengthening development cooperation, with Dutch interventions to be aligned with Burkina Faso’s national priorities. The visit also included a fish-farming project at the Ziga dam.