Orange Burkina recently celebrated 100 young Burkinabè graduates in the fourth edition of its "O'arrosage" initiative, held on September 18, 2026, in Ouagadougou. The event recognized 50 BEPC and 50 Baccalauréat holders who were selected based on their academic performance and prior registration for the activity. The initiative aims to provide a moment of conviviality and transmission for these young individuals as they prepare to embark on a new chapter in their lives.
The ceremony included gifts, testimonials, and advice from professionals who shared their experiences, successes, and challenges. Yasminah Ouédraogo, Director of Human Resources at Orange Burkina and godmother of the graduates, encouraged the young individuals to view their diplomas as a starting point for a new adventure. She emphasized the importance of ambition, continuous learning, and values such as discipline, integrity, and humility in their future careers.
Ouédraogo highlighted the need for the graduates to develop their capacity for adaptation in a rapidly evolving professional landscape marked by technological advancements and artificial intelligence. She also stressed the significance of attitude, curiosity, engagement, and initiative in addition to competencies. The Director of Human Resources encouraged the young graduates to work on their academic background, personal growth, and professional development.
The celebration also included rewards for the top performers in the BEPC and Baccalauréat exams. According to Ibrahim Hema, Secretary-Executive of the Orange Foundation, this fourth edition marks a well-established event in the company's calendar. He mentioned that Orange Burkina not only celebrates the graduates but also provides support through 118 scholarships for young people to pursue their university studies.
In addition to the scholarships, Orange Burkina offers training programs in digital professions, which is one of the axes of the company's support for young people. The goal is to transform the identified potential in young individuals into skills, projects, and ultimately, professional opportunities. The initiative aims to provide a comprehensive support system for young graduates as they transition into the workforce.
The event also featured two professionals, Aline Kaboré and Bakary Barro, who shared their experiences and showed the graduates that success is not always linear. They highlighted the importance of learning, taking initiatives, and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. The graduates appreciated the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others and gain insights into their future careers.
Some of the celebrated young graduates, such as Inès Marie Fabiolas Nikiema and Devy Adriel Kaboré, expressed their gratitude to Orange Burkina and shared their ambitions for their future studies and careers. The "O'arrosage" initiative provides a platform for young graduates to network, learn, and grow as they prepare to take on new challenges in their academic and professional lives.
Key points
- Orange Burkina celebrates 100 young graduates in its "O'arrosage 2026" initiative, providing a platform for growth and networking.
- The initiative includes rewards, advice, and support for the graduates, with a focus on ambition, continuous learning, and values.
- Orange Burkina offers scholarships and training programs to support young graduates in their future careers.
