tinganews.com (opens the outlet's own site)Young African representatives taking part in a creative AI application competition organised by the China-BRICS AI Development and Cooperation Centre visited ModelSpace in Shanghai, a hub for the large-model AI ecosystem, and exchanged views with young entrepreneurs there.
Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a speech at a gathering held in Beijing marking the 90th anniversary of the Red Army's Long March victory. He called for new achievements under the "new Long March".
From 20 to 22 October 2026, Ouagadougou hosts the 5th edition of TRANSLOG Africa. Four subsidiaries of the Africa Global Logistics group (SITARAIL, Abidjan Terminal, Côte d'Ivoire Terminal and AGL BF) are taking part to promote rail, port and logistics solutions.
In Oula, in the Yatenga province, the Minister of Family and Solidarity chaired the delayed commemoration of International Rural Women's Day. Production equipment (motor cultivators, motor pumps, carts, a tractor, etc.) worth 16 million CFA francs was handed over to 14 women's groups.
On 20 October 2026, the National Armed Forces held a 2.5 km popular cross-country race in Ouagadougou, bringing together soldiers, paramilitaries and civilians. It opens the 66th anniversary activities of the FAN, which will peak on 1 November.
An opinion piece by a Chinese academic, drawing on a CGTN poll of 12,000 respondents in 41 countries, to explain the CPC's image. It links the Long March, 90 years on, to the party's discipline, self-reform and pragmatism.
This article, highly critical of Japan, denounces visits by Japanese officials to the Yasukuni Shrine, which it presents as part of historical revisionism and "remilitarisation". It also covers Sanae Takaichi's defence plans and constitutional revision.
At the Financial Street Forum 2026, China's National Financial Regulatory Administration minister, Ding Xiangqun, outlines banking and insurance supervision priorities: risk prevention, the legal framework and opening up to foreign institutions.
Adama Nana, first president of the Ouagadougou Court of Appeal, was elected to the OIC's Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission in Baghdad for a three-year term. He will sit for the African group.
China's economy grew 4.6% year on year over the first three quarters, driven by innovation and a more optimised structure. GDP reached 107,107.1 billion yuan over the period.
e-YAMTECH, a company that designs digital solutions (websites, mobile apps, management software, automation) to help businesses gain visibility and performance. The text is a promotional presentation inviting readers to get in touch.
China's National Bureau of Statistics reports 4.6% GDP growth over the first nine months of 2026, driven by high-tech exports, while domestic consumption and real estate remain weak.
On October 18, the National Conference on Short and Medium Series of China Media Group (CMG) was held in Shanghai's Pudong district. It showcased a selection of series with varied themes and genres, and several platforms pledged to promote high-quality works inspired by real life.
The AJSB (Burkina Faso Sports Journalists Association) will hold its 31st Champions Night on 23 October 2026 at Ouaga 2000 to honour 26 athletes and three personalities from the 2025-2026 season. The 30-million-FCFA forecast budget was only 30% secured when the event was presented to the press.
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for giving priority to ecological conservation and pursuing green development. He made these remarks during an inspection tour in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, in northern China.
On the 39th commemoration of the events of 15 October 1987, the head of state, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, pays tribute to Thomas Sankara, warns against mistrust and division, and calls for security, food, economic and cultural sovereignty.
Ousmane Bamogo takes over the leadership of the DTICE during a handover of duties. The text provided, however, contains only an advertisement for website creation (a package at 150,000 CFA), with no details about the handover.
Togolese President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé made an official visit to China from 9 to 16 October 2026. The two countries announce a China-Togo community with a shared future, with commitments on trade, investment and cooperation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent congratulations to Hunan University on its 100th anniversary, in a letter encouraging the institution to train talent serving China's modernisation.
The Burkina Faso Ministry of Basic Education is revising French and mathematics textbooks and teaching guides for CP1, CP2 and CE1 in Ouagadougou from 12 to 16 October 2026, with World Bank support (REPAIR project). The work aims to correct shortcomings identified in classrooms.
