The Burkinabè government's efforts to bolster its defense capabilities have received a significant boost with the Patriotic Support Fund (FSP) collecting 250.158 billion FCFA as of September 29, 2026. This represents 125.08% of its annual target of 200 billion FCFA. The fund's performance was announced by Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo during the third ordinary session of the Fund's Orientation Council in Ouagadougou.
The FSP was established in January 2023 as a mechanism to finance the fight against terrorism and support the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP). Since its inception, the fund has mobilized nearly 497 billion FCFA over three years, with 99 billion FCFA in 2023, 175 billion FCFA in 2024, and 222 billion FCFA in 2025. These contributions have been crucial in supporting the VDP's operations and investments.
The current collection represents a significant increase of 75.42% compared to the same period in 2025, when 142.6 billion FCFA were collected. Prime Minister Ouédraogo described this achievement as the largest since the fund's creation. The FSP's growth has been remarkable, with 162.3 billion FCFA collected by June 28, and an additional 88 billion FCFA added in the subsequent three months.
The majority of the fund's collections come from deductions and taxes, which account for 100.9 billion FCFA, or 40.37% of the total. Mandatory salary deductions have contributed 29.9 billion FCFA from the public sector and 5.7 billion FCFA from the private sector. The telecommunications and television sectors have also made significant contributions, totaling 18.7 billion FCFA, while taxes on imported products have yielded 16.03 billion FCFA.
The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to all contributors to the fund, emphasizing the importance of collective support for the country's defense efforts. According to the Minister of Economy and Finance, the fund's management committee reviews progress monthly, and the FSP is subject to audits by the Superior Authority for State Control and Anti-Corruption.
The Burkinabè government's priority on defense has been a key aspect of its strategy to combat terrorism and insecurity. The FSP has been instrumental in providing financial support to the VDP, enabling them to carry out their duties effectively. The fund's success has demonstrated the commitment of the Burkinabè people to supporting their country's defense initiatives.
As the situation in the Sahel region continues to evolve, the Burkinabè government's efforts to strengthen its defense capabilities will remain crucial. The FSP's collections will likely play a vital role in supporting these efforts, and its performance will be closely monitored in the coming months. The fund's contributions have already made a significant impact, and its continued success will be essential in helping the country address its security challenges.
Key points
- The Patriotic Support Fund has collected 250.158 billion FCFA as of September 29, 2026, exceeding its annual target of 200 billion FCFA.
- The fund's collections have grown by 75.42% compared to the same period in 2025.
- Deductions and taxes account for 40.37% of the fund's total collections, with 100.9 billion FCFA contributed.
