The 5th edition of the Nuit des ONG took place on November 13, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The event, themed "Urgence humanitaire et développement durable: valoriser les initiatives souveraines qui changent les vies," recognized the humanitarian work of Fondation KANIS, awarding them two major prizes. Fondation KANIS has been actively involved in humanitarian efforts, investing over 3 billion FCFA in 2025 and approximately 2 billion FCFA in 2026.
Fondation KANIS's recent actions include a donation of 120 million FCFA in medical equipment to the cardiology services of Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso in October 2026. They also provided financial support of 20 million FCFA to SOCARB and ASCAOC. The organization's efforts focus on supporting vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons, widows, and orphans.
Cheikh Abdallah Derra, Director General of Fondation KANIS, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating that it acknowledges the organization's constant efforts in the field. He emphasized that the state alone cannot address all needs and that partnerships with organizations like Fondation KANIS are crucial in alleviating the suffering of populations.
The Nuit des ONG, initiated in 2022, has taken on a pan-African dimension this year, with delegations from Mali, Niger, Cameroon, Mauritania, and Côte d'Ivoire participating. Pima Bazié, Commissioner General of the event, highlighted the importance of creating a platform for organizations to network, celebrate their successes, and work together for the well-being of populations.
Cheikh Abdallah Derra stressed the need to extend humanitarian efforts beyond the capital city, addressing vital needs in areas such as healthcare infrastructure, education, and access to clean water. He emphasized that Fondation KANIS is committed to providing assistance throughout the country, particularly in rural areas.
Hikoti Gnoumou, representing the Minister of State for Territorial Administration and Mobility, recalled the regulatory framework for NGOs, emphasizing the need for collaboration with deconcentrated authorities and transparency in resource management. Fondation KANIS was established in January 2017 by Burkinabè businessman El Hadj Inoussa Kanazoé, with the mission of improving living conditions for impoverished populations in Burkina Faso.
Fondation KANIS focuses on interventions in healthcare, education, access to clean water, and sustainable community development. The organization's efforts aim to support the most vulnerable populations and contribute to the country's development.
Key points
- Fondation KANIS invested over 3 billion FCFA in humanitarian efforts in 2025.
- The organization received two major awards, the Prix d'honneur and the Prix spécial du promoteur, at the 5th edition of the Nuit des ONG.
- Fondation KANIS's humanitarian work focuses on supporting vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons, widows, and orphans.
