The Commission of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) has announced that it will host the regional component of the 7th edition of the "Mois du consommer local" initiative from October 1-4, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. This event aims to promote the consumption of local goods and services within the UEMOA region. The initiative is themed "Consommer local, facteur d'intégration régionale et de souveraineté économique de l'UEMOA face aux mutations du commerce mondial".
The event will be opened by Abdoulaye Diop, President of the UEMOA Commission, on October 1, 2026. The program includes a conference on the theme of the edition, an exhibition-sale, and a ceremony to award prizes for merit to promote local products from the community space. These activities are designed to encourage the consumption of local goods and services, supporting the production, transformation, and commercialization of regional products.
The "Mois du consommer local" initiative was launched in 2019 by the ministers responsible for trade in UEMOA member states. The goal is to promote the consumption of local goods and services within the UEMOA region, thereby supporting regional integration and economic sovereignty. This 7th edition aims to make local consumption a lever for regional integration and economic sovereignty.
Throughout October, several activities will be organized in UEMOA member states to sensitize populations to the importance of consuming goods and services produced within the community space. These activities will promote the benefits of local consumption, including its impact on regional integration and economic development.
The UEMOA Commission has invited all stakeholders, including producers, traders, and consumers, to participate in the event. The Commission hopes that this initiative will contribute to the growth of regional trade and the development of local industries. By promoting local consumption, UEMOA aims to reduce dependence on imported goods and services.
The regional event in Ouagadougou will bring together representatives from UEMOA member states, as well as other stakeholders, to discuss the importance of local consumption. The event will also provide an opportunity for producers and traders to showcase their local products and services.
The "Mois du consommer local" initiative is part of UEMOA's efforts to promote regional integration and economic development. By encouraging local consumption, UEMOA aims to create a more integrated and self-sufficient regional economy.
Key points
- The UEMOA Commission will host the regional component of the 7th "Mois du consommer local" initiative from October 1-4, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
- The initiative aims to promote the consumption of local goods and services within the UEMOA region, supporting regional integration and economic sovereignty.
- The event will include a conference, exhibition-sale, and ceremony to award prizes for merit to promote local products from the community space.
