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Orange Burkina Faso introduces Méga Zen, a new mobile internet offer allowing subscribers to choose from various data packages for 3, 7, or 30 days.
Health experts in Burkina Faso discuss lessons learned from 2023 dengue fever outbreak
UEMOA organizes a regional workshop in Ouagadougou to prepare member states for new international norms on managing obstacles around airports.
The second edition of the EDTECH FASO FORUM, focusing on digital innovations in education, will take place on November 12-13, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
A 21-year-old mother in Burkina Faso has been called to the bar to answer for attempting to excise her 5-month-old daughter.
Three women accused of aiding in female genital mutilation in Kaya, Burkina Faso, have appeared in court, detailing their roles and motivations in the practice.
New Burkinabè film encourages dialogue and understanding in relationships
A new documentary in Burkina Faso explores the mandatory patriotic immersion experience for young school leavers.
Plan International Burkina Faso has launched four development and resilience projects worth over 3.4 billion FCFA to support women, youth, and children.
A 40-year-old man, Z.M, is the sole male among 39 defendants accused of female genital mutilation in Burkina Faso, with 30 victims reported.
A three-day international colloquium kicks off in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, to honor Professor Idrissa M. OUEDRAOGO, focusing on the informal sector's role in African development.
A project in Burkina Faso has provided micronutrient supplements to over 106,000 pregnant women, aiming to improve maternal and child health.
