The JEPPC 2026 expo, which took place from October 2 to 9, 2026, at the Ouagadougou International Craft Fair (SIAO), was officially closed on Friday, October 9, 2026. The event was presided over by Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts, and Tourism, Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, on behalf of Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo. The expo showcased the achievements and progress of the Revolutionary People's Party (RPP) and featured 28 exhibition stands, with 19 ministries participating and over 700 exhibitors.
The expo's primary objective was to promote citizen engagement and patriotism, with the theme "Producing Burkinabè, consuming Burkinabè!" The event allowed citizens to interact with government officials, access administrative and social services, and learn about the country's progress. A key highlight was the "Dialogue with the People" session, where government members presented their achievements, challenges, and perspectives, while addressing citizen concerns.
The expo also featured a village promoting national products, with over 140 stands, and offered free services, including healthcare, identification, judicial services, and universal health insurance operations. Prime Minister Ouédraogo emphasized the government's commitment to making public action more accessible, transparent, and responsive to citizens' needs. The event was evaluated positively, with 21 stands assessed by a five-member jury.
The Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications won the first prize, followed by the Ministry of War and Patriotic Defense. Other ministries, including Health, Agriculture, Water, Animal and Fisheries Resources, and Security, also received prizes. A special mention was awarded to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for its stand's quality.
Prime Minister Ouédraogo announced that citizen concerns and recommendations would be incorporated into the government's follow-up mechanism. The expo's achievements will be capitalized on, making it an annual event, potentially expanding to regions. The Prime Minister congratulated the participating ministries, exhibitors, and organizers, urging Burkinabè to continue their patriotic engagement beyond the expo.
The JEPPC 2026 activities will continue until October 16, 2026, in Ouagadougou, regions, and diplomatic representations of Burkina Faso. The event attracted nearly 200,000 visitors over eight days, showcasing government achievements and progress. The expo featured over 3,500 square meters of exhibition space, divided into seven thematic poles.
The event demonstrated the government's commitment to transparency and accountability, with a focus on citizen engagement and participation. The Prime Minister's emphasis on promoting local production and consumption aligns with the government's efforts to boost the economy. The expo's success is expected to lead to future events, strengthening the relationship between the government and citizens.
Key points
- The JEPPC 2026 expo concluded with a commitment to enhance dialogue between the government and citizens.
- The event attracted nearly 200,000 visitors and featured 28 exhibition stands.
- The expo will become an annual event, with plans to expand to regions.
