Laborpresse.Net (opens the outlet's own site)The Burkinabè government examined a draft decree on computerized civil status data processing, the civil status identifier and interoperability of the national system. The text notably provides for electronic archiving and online issuance of documents.
The Council of Ministers adopted a decree creating the presidential FASO WA-FULU initiative for universal access to electricity, with 44 electrification brigades planned. It also reviewed several decrees on water, civil registration and real estate projects in Ouagadougou.
In Ankara, talks between Burkina Faso and Türkiye discussed organizing a business and investment forum in Burkina Faso. The discussions also covered payment facilitation, double taxation and partnerships in several sectors.
SONABEL announces a temporary interruption of the Cash Power unit purchase and recharge system due to emergency maintenance and the securing of its IT infrastructure. Its engineers are working to restore the service as soon as possible.
Burkina Faso reintroduced the death penalty in its penal code on 20 October 2026. The bill was defended by the justice minister before the Legislative Assembly of the People, which adopted it unanimously.
The quarterly journal Labor No. 26 for Q4 2026 is available as a 32-page color PDF for 5,000 CFA francs, payable via Moov Money or Orange Money. The notice says the file is sent by WhatsApp after payment.
In Niaogho, Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo launched a scheme to develop 50,000 hectares of irrigated perimeters across Burkina Faso. The government aims to strengthen dry-season production in response to insufficient rainfall.
An announcement informs the public of a monthly computer training course in Ouagadougou. The program covers Word, Excel, Photoshop, document entry and the internet, with a certificate at the end of the course.
The Ministry of Health handed over two new ambulances and medical equipment to the Tougan and Solenzo health districts on 16 October 2026 in Dédougou. The equipment is meant to improve medical evacuations and emergency care.
Stella Eldine Kabre/Kabore launched the 9th National Integration Forum in Gaoua, under the theme of African integration in the era of the Popular Progressive Revolution. The event aims to strengthen ties between African communities living in Burkina Faso.
