Lessentiels (opens the outlet's own site)The Council of Ministers adopted the creation of the presidential initiative “Faso Wa-Fulu” to achieve universal electricity access by 2030, with a reported cost of more than CFA 2,800 billion over 10 years. It also approved the creation of the Burkina Faso Viticulture Company (SOVIB), based in…
This article examines the sovereignty of AES states in the face of terrorism, geopolitical rivalries and neocolonialism. It outlines the stakes, challenges and prospects of the political and economic autonomy claimed by Sahel states.
The Minister of Security launched in Ziniaré the extension of passport enrolment to all regions of Burkina Faso. The goal is to bring the administration closer to citizens and make passport issuance more accessible, faster, more transparent and secure.
Xiaomi launches the REDMI Note 17 series in Burkina Faso, with batteries up to 10,000 mAh, fast charging and durability certifications. Announced prices start at 138,000 CFA francs.
The Council of Ministers on 17 September 2026 adopted a decree creating the General Inspectorate of Human Resources. The body will audit and monitor public administration staffing to better control headcount and the wage bill.
In Bobo-Dioulasso, President Ibrahim Traoré inaugurated a lecture hall complex at Nazi-Boni University built under the IPEQ initiative. The facility includes a 1,200-seat auditorium, four smaller lecture halls and six laboratories.
In Ouagadougou, the launch ceremony for the 2nd edition of the AES Games brought together delegations from Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso. Marked by a pledge from representatives, the event highlighted unity and fair play across eleven sports disciplines.
The Burkina Consumers League closed a national workshop to define new orientations aligned with the RPP. It adopted a three-year plan against high living costs, speculation and anti-competitive practices, while also addressing digital sovereignty.
