The Council of Ministers of Burkina Faso convened on September 24, 2026, in Ouagadougou, under the presidency of Captain Ibrahim Traore, President of Faso and President of the Council of Ministers. The meeting, which lasted from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, focused on several key agenda items, including project deliberations, oral communications, nominations, and authorization of foreign missions. The council approved several projects and decrees aimed at driving development and growth in the country.
One of the key decisions made during the meeting was the adoption of a report related to the inscription of projects on the list of specific projects of the National Bureau of Large Projects of Burkina (BN-GPB). The projects, which include the acquisition of equipment for the Academy of Technology of Faso and new auditoriums, are expected to be completed as soon as possible. The total cost of these projects is estimated at 5,854,054,792 F CFA, which will be financed by the 2026 state budget.
The Council also adopted two decrees related to the recognition of Martyrs of the Nation and Invalids of the Nation. These decrees aim to acknowledge the sacrifices of citizens who have demonstrated bravery and commitment to the country, particularly during recent events that have affected the nation's security and stability. A total of 315 people will be recognized as Martyrs of the Nation, while 10 others will be recognized as Invalids of the Nation.
In addition, the Council adopted six decrees, including one that declares the creation of a technical education establishment on the site of the current Saint Joseph high school in Ouagadougou as a matter of public utility. This project is part of the "Presidential Initiative for Quality Education for All" program and aims to improve education infrastructure in the country. Another decree approves the modalities of signature of partnership documents between the state and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and development associations in Burkina Faso.
The Council also approved the creation of "Faso Sanya," a project aimed at mobilizing financial resources for the construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of public infrastructure. Furthermore, the council adopted decrees related to the approval of the statutes of the state-owned company BIOTHIC INDUSTRIE SA, which specializes in the extraction of essential oils, and the modalities of signature of collaboration documents between the state and NGOs and associations in Burkina Faso.
The meeting also saw the adoption of a decree approving the modalities of signature of partnership documents between the state and NGOs and development associations in Burkina Faso. This decree aims to implement the law on freedom of association and provides for the categorization of associations operating in Burkina Faso, as well as the obligation to evaluate their activities.
The Council of Ministers' decisions are expected to have a positive impact on the country's development, particularly in the areas of education, infrastructure, and economic growth. The implementation of these projects and decrees will be closely monitored to ensure their effective execution.
Key points
- The Council of Ministers approved several development projects, including the acquisition of equipment for the Academy of Technology of Faso and new auditoriums, at a total cost of 5,854,054,792 F CFA.
- The Council adopted decrees related to the recognition of Martyrs of the Nation and Invalids of the Nation, acknowledging the sacrifices of citizens who have demonstrated bravery and commitment to the country.
- The Council approved the creation of "Faso Sanya," a project aimed at mobilizing financial resources for the construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of public infrastructure.
