The 5th edition of the NGO Night took place on November 13, 2026, at Ouaga 2000's banquet hall, recognizing humanitarian actors and development initiatives. Burkina Faso's Kanis Foundation was awarded the special prize and honorary prize for its solidarity efforts. Founded in 2017 by El Hadj Inoussa Kanazoé, the foundation is a Burkinabé non-governmental organization that supports vulnerable populations using its own funds.
Kanis Foundation's director-general, Cheick Abdallah Derra, expressed his joy and gratitude upon receiving the awards. He stated that these prizes are not a culmination but rather a powerful encouragement to redouble efforts. The foundation's actions aim to support vulnerable populations and assist the state in its social mission. Plans are underway to intensify interventions beyond major urban centers like Ouagadougou.
According to Derra, the foundation's president, El Hadj Inoussa Kanazoé, was motivated to create the organization after witnessing the large number of displaced persons, children, women, widows, and orphans. The foundation has since carried out various health and social initiatives, including constructing and rehabilitating schools, providing scholarships, and supporting health centers.
The Kanis Foundation has made significant contributions in the education sector, constructing and rehabilitating school infrastructure, providing scholarships, and promoting academic excellence. Additionally, it has invested in the health and social sectors by supporting health centers, providing access to specialized medicine, and assisting internally displaced persons (IDPs).
The foundation's efforts have also focused on distributing food and supporting the socio-economic integration of young people. These initiatives have contributed to the well-being of communities, reducing inequalities through concrete achievements such as hospital infrastructure. Derra emphasized the organization's commitment to expanding its scope beyond the capital.
The NGO Night event highlights the Kanis Foundation's ongoing efforts to support the most vulnerable populations in Burkina Faso. The organization plans to increase its interventions, responding to the vital needs of populations and families of fallen defense and security forces. Derra stated that the foundation will do more than expected.
The Kanis Foundation's achievements demonstrate its dedication to improving the lives of Burkinabé people. With its focus on education, health, and social welfare, the organization continues to make a positive impact. The awards received at the NGO Night serve as a testament to the foundation's hard work and commitment to humanitarian causes.
Key points
- Kanis Foundation receives two awards for humanitarian work in Burkina Faso.
- The foundation plans to expand its interventions beyond major urban centers.
- The organization supports vulnerable populations, including IDPs and families of fallen defense forces.
