The Burkinabé customs has successfully mobilized over 141 billion FCFA from July 10 to October 15, 2026, as part of Operation Magnan. This achievement comes before the closure of accounts and has earned praise from the Director General of Customs, Dr. Yves Kanfando. He commended his colleagues for their remarkable performance, which brings honor to the administration. The operation's success demonstrates the effectiveness of measures taken to combat fraud.
Dr. Yves Kanfando expressed his satisfaction with the results, highlighting that the customs exceeded their target of 121 billion FCFA, achieving a 116% realization rate and surpassing the goal by over 20 billion FCFA. This accomplishment is particularly notable given that it was achieved before the end of the accounting period. The Director General's commendation underscores the team's professionalism, sense of duty, and essential contribution to public resource mobilization and national economy protection.
The customs' performance in October 2026 was exceptional, with a significant mobilization of revenues. The 141 billion FCFA achieved in Operation Magnan is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. This success builds on the momentum of the previous year's performance, with the customs having already mobilized over 1231 billion FCFA in just two months, a figure that represents the total budget revenue for the entire 2025 exercise.
The Burkinabé customs' achievement is a significant milestone in the country's efforts to combat fraud and mobilize public resources. The Director General emphasized the importance of maintaining this dynamic and reinforcing vigilance to continue efforts with the same determination. The customs' role in protecting the national economy and contributing to the financing of the country's development is crucial.
Dr. Aboubacar NACANABO, Minister of Economy and Finance, is guiding the customs in their efforts to combat fraud and mobilize revenues. The customs' success is aligned with the government's ambition to effectively combat fraud across the national territory and contribute to the country's development financing under the Revolutionary Progressive People's initiative led by President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim TRAORÉ.
The Operation Magnan results demonstrate the effectiveness of the strategies implemented by the Burkinabé customs to combat fraud and evasion. The achievement of over 141 billion FCFA in revenue mobilization is a significant accomplishment that highlights the team's commitment to their duties. The customs' efforts are essential to ensuring the country's economic stability and growth.
The Burkinabé customs will continue to play a vital role in the country's economic development by maintaining their efforts to combat fraud and mobilize public resources. The customs' achievement in Operation Magnan serves as a motivation to continue working towards their goals, with a focus on reinforcing vigilance and determination to achieve even greater success in the future.
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- The Burkinabé customs achieved over 141 billion FCFA in Operation Magnan, exceeding their target and demonstrating their effectiveness in combating fraud.
