In 2024, Pascaline Sidbéwendé Kinda took her first steps as an intern at the Ballet national du Burkina Faso. Two years later, she has evolved into an artist dancer while pursuing a master's degree in African culture and literature. Kinda also coordinates a competition dedicated to female leadership in Burkina Faso. Her talents were on display at the official opening of the International Tourism and Hospitality Fair in Ouagadougou (SITHO) 2026.
Kinda's involvement with the Ballet national du Burkina Faso began in November 2024 when she was introduced as a young intern. The troupe was responsible for the official opening spectacle of SITHO. In 2026, her role expanded, and she became an artist dancer. On stage, she lends her voice to the troupe's creations. During SITHO 2026, her recitation focused on Burkina Faso's natural resources and cultural diversity.
The Ballet national du Burkina Faso aimed to explore and modernize Burkinabé cultural heritage by blending tradition and modernity. The musical aspect incorporated an orchestra, and the choreography highlighted minority ethnic groups. The goal was to revive and showcase dance steps considered to be disappearing. Kinda emphasizes that this approach helps to revitalize these dance steps and honor the communities that preserve them.
The SITHO 2026 spectacle was prepared in just one week, with intense rehearsals, staging, and research. The troupe now consists of around thirty members, supplemented by acrobats and jugglers, adding new dimensions to the performance. Kinda's experience is part of her ongoing journey with the Ballet. As a master's student in African culture and literature, she is nearing the final stage of her studies, with a thesis defense scheduled for September 24, 2026.
In addition to her artistic career and studies, Kinda has taken on a new responsibility as the national coordinator of the Concours d'Art Oratoire au Féminin in Burkina Faso. This competition focuses on young girls, entrepreneurship, and female leadership. Although she is not the initiator, Kinda represents and coordinates the national efforts. She balances her multiple activities through organization, discipline, and passion.
Kinda's future plans include continuing her education with a thesis and sharing her knowledge by training others in the artistic field. Her ambitions align with her drive to promote cultural heritage and female leadership. With her various roles, Kinda embodies the multifaceted nature of artistic and cultural endeavors in Burkina Faso.
As Kinda looks to the future, her experiences serve as a testament to the power of combining artistic expression with cultural preservation and education. Her trajectory from a young dancer to a cultural ambassador and leader demonstrates her dedication to Burkina Faso's rich cultural heritage and her commitment to inspiring others.
Key points
- - Kinda's progression from an intern to an artist dancer at the Ballet national du Burkina Faso. - Her coordination of the Concours d'Art Oratoire au Féminin, promoting female leadership. - Kinda's pursuit of higher education, including a master's degree and a future thesis.
