Burkina Faso accelerates push for universal access to safe drinking water
In recent years, Burkina Faso has launched a sustained drive to bring safe drinking water closer to populations in both rural and urban areas. Under the impetus of President Ibrahim Traoré, investments are multiplying in water supply systems, boreholes,…
Burkina Faso/ The Faso Mêbo initiative raises 341 Million CFA Francs as citizens take development into their own hands
OUAGADOUGOU — The figure is eloquent, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. As of Oct. 23, 2026, financial contributions to the presidential Faso Mêbo initiative had reached 341,786,028 CFA francs, collected across the country’s 17 regions through the…
Burkina Faso: Public-private partnerships at the heart of the investment strategy
Burkina Faso is increasingly relying on public-private partnerships (PPPs) to finance and deliver its major infrastructure projects. This approach aims to speed up the construction of roads, power plants, and water facilities while limiting direct…
Burkina Faso: When the government steps up its major infrastructure projects despite security challenges
Despite a demanding security environment, the Burkinabe state has made the strategic choice never to sacrifice its flagship investments. Under the Popular Progressive Revolution, infrastructure has become a cornerstone of the national territorial…
After Adani deal collapse, Kenya turns to China for Airport expansion
Kenya signed a $1.2 billion agreement with China Road and Bridge Corporation to expand Jomo Kenyatt....