Ouagadougou: Citizen watchdog organizations from Kongoussi and Sabce demonstrated Thursday in Imiougou against the mining company Bissa Gold. They accuse three officials of stirring up a dispute over reforestation at a mine tailings site and are demanding their replacement. According to Burkina Information Agency, community leaders have reported that the
Koosin: Health professionals and officials convened on Thursday to discuss strategies for improving health services in Koosin Province. The meeting, chaired by High Commissioner Noufo Dembele, addressed key issues such as the Expanded Immunization Program (EPI) indicators, the renewal of management councils (COGES), and the current epidemiological situation. According to
Nairobi: The Atlas Lions A’ of Morocco emerged victorious at the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Nairobi, Kenya, defeating the Bareas of Madagascar 3-2. This victory marks Morocco’s third CHAN title, making them the most successful nation in the tournament’s history. According to Burkina Information Agency, the match saw
Boulgou: Occupants of the Bittou checkpoint parking lot have been compensated to facilitate infrastructure rehabilitation as part of the Lome-Ouaga-Niger Economic Corridor (PcELON) regional project, supported by the World Bank. The Burkina Faso Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI-BF) is overseeing the renovation of the customs checkpoint parking lot, with
Dori: The humanitarian community in the Sahel region commemorated World Humanitarian Day (WHD) on a delayed basis in Dori, gathering on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. The event served as a platform to acknowledge the dedication of humanitarian workers, raise awareness, and mobilize efforts around the pressing challenges of humanitarian action
Tapoa diapaga: The special communal delegation of Diapaga visited on Tuesday, August 26, the 10 hectares of rice fields that it offered to local rice producers, noted the AIB. The town of Diapaga, capital of the Tapoa province, is embarking on a major step in agricultural development. Ten hectares of
Kpuere: More than 1,291 people, primarily women and children, have found refuge in Kpuere (Noumbiel) following an intercommunal conflict in Ghana, AIB noted. High Commissioner Drissa Hema, during his visit on August 27, conveyed the authorities’ solidarity and outlined measures to assist the displaced individuals. He acknowledged the host community
Ouagadougou: After a year of disruption, the Orange BF network has been restored in Madouba. The rural commune of Madouba in the province of Koosin, deprived of the Orange BF network with 4G since September 2024, was restored in the afternoon of August 29, 2025, to the delight of the