On November 2, 2026, the Lycée Bogodogo in Ouagadougou hosted a ceremony to mark the start of the month, attended by Minister of Secondary Education and Technical Training, Pr Moumouni Zoungrana. As the president of the ceremony, he led the traditional flag-raising event. This ceremony held special significance for the Minister, having been a student at the same school.
During the event, Minister Zoungrana observed a minute of silence to honor SEDOGO Tasséré Edgard, a former mathematics teacher at the lycée who passed away on September 25. He praised Edgard's contribution to introducing computer technology in preparing evaluation subjects. The Minister acknowledged Edgard as one of the pioneers who helped modernize pedagogical practices.
Following the Army Day celebrations, Minister Zoungrana paid tribute to the fighting forces that work to reconquer national territory and reopen schools, often at great personal risk. The lycée's headmaster presented the Minister with a major concern: the rehabilitation of the school, whose infrastructure shows visible signs of deterioration.
Minister Zoungrana expressed sensitivity to the headmaster's plea, given his attachment to the institution that contributed to his education. He assured the audience that the government would consider renovating the school within its means. The Minister nostalgically recalled the prestige of the "grand Bogodogo" and wished to see its reputation endure.
The Minister encouraged students to cultivate a taste for effort, discipline, and merit to maintain the high standard of excellence at the legendary school. He also presented the main orientations of the Pact NEKRE for the refoundation of the Burkinabè school system. This refoundation requires the commitment of all stakeholders, including teachers, educators, students, parents, and educational authorities.
As part of its efforts to improve education, the government aims to engage students in the Revolution progressiste populaire. Recently, in Dédougou, Minister Zoungrana engaged 700 students in this initiative. The event at Lycée Bogodogo demonstrates the government's focus on education and its willingness to listen to the concerns of educational institutions.
The ceremony concluded with a renewed emphasis on excellence and a commitment to addressing the needs of educational institutions. The government's plans to renovate schools and promote excellence are expected to have a positive impact on the education sector in Burkina Faso.
Key points
- Minister Moumouni Zoungrana attended a ceremony at his alma mater, Lycée Bogodogo, to promote excellence and honor pioneers in education.
- The Minister paid tribute to the fighting forces working to reconquer national territory and reopen schools.
- The government plans to renovate schools and promote excellence in education, as outlined in the Pact NEKRE for the refoundation of the Burkinabè school system.
