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Infobf.netOct 25

"Retreating after the popular insurrection is betraying the masses, and the trade union movement can only take a stand..." (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with Infobf.net, trade unionist Bassolma Bazie assesses, two years after the 2014 insurrection, the gains to preserve and the unfulfilled promises. He also discusses the Norbert Zongo case and the mobilisation planned for the 18th anniversary of his murder.

Infobf.netOct 25

"The people's choice is God's choice (…) We stand alongside the MPP and we ask this people to stand by it too, because it is their choice!" (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with Infobf.net, Me Bénéwendé S. Sankara, leader of UNIR/PS, reviews his party's alliance with the MPP eleven months on. He also discusses the investigation into Thomas Sankara's murder, the counter-expertise on his remains, and a parliamentary inquiry request in France.

Infobf.netOct 25

"If we had been in power after the popular uprising, we think the nation first needed to be rebuilt," Adama Séré, president of the RDEBF (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In this interview with Infobf.net, Adama Séré, president of the RDEBF (Burkina Faso Greens Rally), reports on his party's restructuring after an internal review. He also comments on public-private partnerships, the trial of Blaise Compaoré, the friendship treaty with Côte d'Ivoire and the MPP's…

Infobf.netOct 25

"In the future, we must fear for Salifou Diallo's political family", Hervé Ouattara of the CAR (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with Infobf.net, Hervé Ouattara (CAR) reacts to the death of Salifou Diallo, president of the National Assembly, which he calls a major loss. He warns about the future of Diallo's political family and also discusses the terrorist attacks in Ouagadougou and the case of Yacouba Isaac…

Infobf.netOct 25

Rural Commune of Komsilga (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

Report on the rural commune of Komsilga, 25 km south of Ouagadougou, led by Issouf Nikiéma, Burkina Faso's youngest mayor. The article also notes that former transition president Michel Kafando lives there.

Infobf.netOct 25

Research and innovation

African scientific revolution: "I have discovered the summit of the Pyramid. Burkina can then build beyond nuclear", Prof. Har-Lor Magloire SOME (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with Infobf.net, Prof. Har-Lor Jean Magloire Somé presents his research on the "science of Egyptian magi" and claims to have found the "God Code". He says it could transform scientific research in Burkina Faso, but the interview offers no evidence.

Infobf.netOct 25

"We propose liberal communism to save Burkina Faso", Ousmane Danfodio Diallo, president of ARDI (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

Ousmane Danfodio Diallo, president of ARDI, presents "liberal communism", the ideology he advocates for Burkina Faso, comparing it with social democracy. He also discusses his party's position, the social climate, insecurity and the justice system.

Infobf.netOct 25

Fighting Terrorism in Burkina: "The human capital of the diaspora is untapped, and that is a shame!" – Maxime Kaboré, president of the PIB (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with Infobf.net, Maxime Kaboré, president of the Parti Indépendant du Burkina (PIB), calls for tapping the expertise of the Burkinabè diaspora in the fight against terrorism. He supports the transition and Captain Ibrahim Traoré, endorses the use of the VDP volunteers, and approves…

Infobf.netOct 25

Interview: "(…) but ultimately, who do we want to lead Burkina Faso?", Dr Zacharia Tiemtoré (former minister, president of ISSH) (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

In an interview with InfoBF.net, former minister Zacharia Tiemtoré, president of ISSH, explains his withdrawal from party politics since 2015, his concept of "human security", and his proposals for ending the crisis in Burkina Faso, based on humility and nation-building.

Infobf.netOct 25

Public procurement: ARCOP submits its 2025 annual report to the Prime Minister (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

ARCOP has submitted its 2025 annual report on public procurement in Burkina Faso to the Prime Minister. The report cites 5,316 contracts worth 574.75 billion CFA francs, 1,149 appeals handled, and a 60.41% enforcement rate for decisions.

Infobf.netOct 25

Higher education: the Prime Minister receives the AES and Togo ministers (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The Burkinabè Prime Minister received the higher education ministers of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso, as well as the invited Togolese minister, on the occasion of the second AES higher education and research conference in Ouagadougou. He called for the localisation of training programmes.

Infobf.netOct 25

The Director General of the National Police launches an intergenerational social dialogue of all police promotions (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The Director General of the National Police brought together representatives of police promotions from 1988 to 2024-2026 to launch a unified dialogue framework. The aim is to harmonise mutual aid, solidarity and social initiatives.

Infobf.netOct 25

Agro-pastoral offensive: Prime Minister launches mechanised maize harvest at Bagré (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The Prime Minister launched the mechanised maize harvest on a plot of over 70 hectares at Bagré, a SOFA demonstration site in the Nakambé agropole. He called for full use of the equipment provided to rural producers and for modernising farming practices.

Infobf.netOct 25

Registration checks: 94 vehicles impounded in Ouagadougou (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

A registration check operation in Ouagadougou found 158 unregistered vehicles out of 1,219 inspected, and 94 were taken to the impound lot. Two-wheelers account for most of the violations, and the operation is to be extended to other Burkinabè cities.

Infobf.netOct 25

Statement by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) on the mutiny in Niamey during the night of 28 to 29 August 2026 (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The AES Confederation reaffirms its support for Niger's institutions after a mutiny in Niamey during the night of 28 to 29 August 2026, which it says was contained by loyalist forces. It calls for vigilance against disinformation.

Infobf.netOct 25

Patriotic immersion: MCCAT calls on cultural players to become ambassadors of cultural renewal (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

The MCCAT, with the Ministry of Security, is running a patriotic immersion for cultural players, combining physical training, practical modules and training on the artist's status law. The minister urges them to promote Burkinabè values and heritage.

Infobf.netOct 25

Flag-raising ceremony: Prime Minister reaffirms his faith in a Burkina Faso capable of surprising the world (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

At the Prime Minister's Office flag-raising ceremony, Burkina Faso's Prime Minister praised the fighting forces and farmers, announced the upcoming opening of the TEXFORCES-BF textile factory, and reviewed the first eight months of 2026 (physical completion rate above 72%).

Infobf.netOct 25

Modernisation of the Administration: Towards More Effective Public Services Closer to the People (opens at the publisher, in a new window)

At a session on modernising the civil service, Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo called for more effective, inclusive public services. The administration's 2025 performance is put at 85.38%, and several shortcomings were identified.