On November 2, 2026, Burkina Faso's Minister of Security, Mahamoudou Sana, presided over the monthly ceremony of hoisting national colors in Ouagadougou. The event provided an opportunity for him to review the accomplishments of October and outline prospects for the remainder of the year. Minister Sana commended the results achieved in security, innovations within the services, strengthened cooperation, and patriotic mobilization.
The minister highlighted satisfactory results from awareness campaigns on helmet use and a strategic orientation council session focused on developing an anti-corruption strategy. An evaluation of his objectives contract and a third-quarter activity report were also discussed. According to Minister Sana, October was marked by the ministry's participation in a government exhibition showcasing the achievements of the Progressive People's Revolution.
Notable activities realized during the month included the decentralization of passport establishment posts, with a new service opened in Ziniaré. Additionally, the first modern police control and surveillance post was launched on the RN3 highway on October 14, 2026. The minister also noted the mobilization of personnel for the second phase of the JEPPC and significant engagement on the ministry's Facebook page.
Minister Sana reported that the ministry's Facebook page garnered millions of views, interactions, and new subscribers during the month, reflecting increased visibility of the department's actions. Looking ahead, he mentioned the upcoming second session of the sectoral ministerial council, preparation for the wildlife exploitation campaign, and the use of the Laabal card in case of road infractions.
The Laabal card aims to facilitate the payment of fixed fines and avoid systematically mobilizing the vehicles of road users. Minister Sana emphasized the importance of preventing any misuse of the card and reiterated the need for vigilance and discipline among personnel to effectively address security challenges in Burkina Faso.
The minister also announced the organization of the Minister of Security's cup and the reinforcement of security measures in anticipation of end-of-year festivities. He encouraged all personnel to remain vigilant and disciplined to tackle security challenges effectively.
In conclusion, Minister Mahamoudou Sana expressed satisfaction with the progress made in October and outlined key initiatives for the coming months. The Ministry of Security remains committed to addressing security concerns and promoting cooperation and patriotic engagement.
Key points
- The Ministry of Security in Burkina Faso achieved significant milestones in October, including the decentralization of passport services and the launch of a modern police surveillance post.
- Minister Mahamoudou Sana emphasized the importance of preventing misuse of the Laabal card, aimed at facilitating fixed fine payments and reducing vehicle mobilization.
- The ministry's Facebook page saw substantial engagement, with millions of views, interactions, and new subscribers, reflecting increased visibility of its actions.
