Category: General

Yaadga Central Mosque Reconstruction Begins with Foundation Stone Laying

Ouahigouya: The national president of the Sunni movement of Burkina Faso, El Hadj Oumarou Zoungrana, marked a significant religious event by laying the foundation stone for the reconstruction of the central mosque of the Sunni movement in the Yaadga region. The ceremony, held last Sunday in Ouahigouya, signifies the start

Mali Implements Reciprocal Visa Program in Response to U.S. Policy Change

Bamako: The Malian government has announced the initiation of a reciprocal visa program targeting American citizens. This decision comes as a direct response to a recent U.S. policy that mandates a deposit ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for Malian nationals seeking business and tourist visas, effective from October 23, 2025.

Sank Finance Celebrates Employee Commitment with Generous Rewards

Ouagadougou: Sank Finance organized Sank Money Employee Day on Saturday, distributing a vehicle, thirty motorcycles, cell phones, and certificates to about one hundred workers. “Sank Money is a company that cares about the well-being of the population in general and, in particular, our employees. We invited them this evening to

Zorgho: Minister Gilbert Ouedraogo Wants to Revive Warba Heritage

Zorgho: The Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Pindgwende Gilbert Ouedraogo, announced on Sunday his department’s support for the revival of the Warba Festival and the rehabilitation of the Warba Museum in Zorgho. According to Burkina Information Agency, Minister Gilbert Ouedraogo paid tribute to the 26th chief of Zorgho,

AVDD’s Maracana Tournament Unites Youth Around Patriotism

Ouagadougou: The Africa Vision and Sustainable Development (AVDD) movement’s maracana tournament reached its climax on Sunday, October 6, 2025, with Douaoude’s victory on penalties against Aviator. “We believe that social cohesion and living together are the foundation of any prosperous nation. Without unity, without solidarity, there is no lasting peace,”

Burkina Faso Army Enhances Sanitation at Tingandogo Hospital in Patriotic Effort

Ouagadougou: The Ministry of Defense and Veterans Affairs, led by Brigadier General Celestin Simpore, organized a sanitation day at the Tingandogo University Hospital Center in Ouagadougou as part of the Days of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation (JEPPC). According to Burkina Information Agency, the event saw the hospital undergo a

Launch of ‘Faso Mebo Nando’ Marks Start of Regional Development Initiative in Koudougou

Koudougou: The citizens’ initiative “Faso Mebo Nando” was officially launched in Koudougou, the capital of the Nando region, marking the start of a project focused on producing construction materials and gathering contributions. According to Burkina Information Agency, the event saw significant participation from administrative, military, paramilitary, customary, and religious authorities,

Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation Initiative Launched in Tougo

Zondoma: The Prefect, president of the special delegation of the commune of Tougo, Boureima Souley, launched this Tuesday, October 7, 2025, the 2nd phase of the National Days of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation (JEPPC). According to Burkina Information Agency, the raising of the colors marked the commencement of activities