The President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, chaired the weekly Council of Ministers meeting on October 8, 2026. The Minister of Information, Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, stated that several key decisions were made to ensure the country's progress and the well-being of its citizens. The Council examined and adopted multiple dossiers, aligning with the vision of the Progressive People's Revolution.
The Council approved a draft finance bill for 2027, presented by the Minister of Economy and Finance, Dr. Aboubakar Nacanabo. The budget for 2027 is set at 4,200 billion FCFA in revenue and 4,800 billion FCFA in expenditures. This budget aims to boost growth by supporting the agricultural sector, industrialization, and the equipment of the national armed forces, as well as improving basic social sectors.
The 2027 budget is part of the R.E.L.A.N.C.E. plan and includes tax relief for the sale of eggs, travel agencies, and state-owned companies by revising the general tax code. The draft finance bill will be transmitted to the Legislative Assembly of the People. The Minister of Economy and Finance emphasized that this budget aligns with the government's vision for economic development.
The Council also approved the creation of a new football competition, the "Ligue de la souveraineté," as part of the Presidential Initiative for the Revival and Promotion of Elite Sports. The Minister of Sports, Annick Lydie Djouma Pikbougum/Zingué Ouattara, stated that this championship aims to bring high-level competition closer to all regional sports areas. The league will feature 20 teams, with one team per region and additional teams for the Kadiogo and Guiriko regions.
Furthermore, the Council validated the list of projects for the National Bureau of Large Projects in Burkina Faso, under the Presidential Initiative for Health (IPS). The goal is to reform the healthcare system by improving healthcare services and accessibility for Burkinabé citizens. The approved projects include the construction and equipment of 20 communal medical centers, 20 modern maternity wards, 4 operating blocks, and a heart institute.
The Minister of Information, Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, highlighted that the adoption of these projects will significantly enhance the country's healthcare infrastructure. The IPS initiative aligns with the government's efforts to improve the quality of life for its citizens. The projects are expected to have a positive impact on the healthcare sector.
The Council of Ministers' decisions reflect the government's commitment to driving economic growth, improving healthcare, and promoting sports development in Burkina Faso. The approved budget and projects are expected to contribute to the country's progress and the well-being of its citizens.
Key points
- The 2027 budget is set at 4,200 billion FCFA in revenue and 4,800 billion FCFA in expenditures.
- The Ligue de la souveraineté football competition aims to promote elite sports and bring high-level competition closer to regional sports areas.
- The Presidential Initiative for Health (IPS) includes projects to construct and equip 20 communal medical centers, 20 modern maternity wards, and a heart institute.
