The National Social Security Fund conducted checks on bars and drinking establishments, uncovering widespread non-compliance with worker registration.
The National Social Security Fund (CNSS) intensified its special operation to inspect bars and drinking establishments on Friday, September 4, 2026. Director General Dr. Herman Yacouba Nacambo visited Koudougou, Kokologho, Tanghin-Dassouri, and Ouagadougou, observing that many businesses employ workers who are not declared to the CNSS. The institution aims to raise awareness and assist employers in regularizing their status. At the Cave de la Paix in Koudougou, only one of thirty-five announced employees was declared.
Further inspections revealed similar issues. The Yam-Rasmata bar, with twelve to eighteen workers, and the 'La Paillote Yambi' establishment, employing thirty-four people, had no declared staff. At 'Royaume des Stars Plus,' the manager reported sixty workers, none of whom were registered with the CNSS. While management expressed intent to comply, CNSS officials noted that many establishments either fail to declare workers or do not pay social contributions for those who are declared.
Dr. Nacambo stated that the operation is not solely punitive but aims to educate business owners about their social security obligations and verify their compliance. He highlighted a significant lack of understanding and awareness of labor legislation among some operators in the sector. The CNSS plans to increase its outreach efforts to address these widespread issues and ensure workers receive their due social protection.
Why it mattersBusiness owners face potential penalties and the need to register employees, while workers may gain social security benefits.
Read in ASJ →A government mission observed agricultural advancements and challenges faced by youth volunteers in Bondigui, aiming to boost food self-sufficiency.
A mission from the Presidential Initiative for Agricultural Production and Food Self-Sufficiency visited the Volontaires pour la défense de la patrie (VDP) agricultural sites in Bondigui on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The visit, led by technical coordinator Inoussa Ouédraogo, assessed the progress of agricultural activities and the use of provided support, including equipment and inputs. The initiative aims to foster food self-sufficiency across the nation.
In Bondigui, 35 young VDP members have received training in agricultural and livestock production, alongside military training. They manage a 12-hectare agricultural plot, fully developed under the "Grands projets" initiative. The site is equipped with two high-flow boreholes, enabling dry-season farming. Currently, six hectares are dedicated to rice cultivation and two to maize, with crops showing satisfactory development according to project officials.
The mission acknowledged the achievements and encouraged the VDP farmers to increase their efforts and teamwork. Ouédraogo announced continued support, with each cooperative expected to receive subsidized tractors and tricycles. Sié Sylvain Palm, an agricultural VDP member, affirmed their commitment to making the President's food self-sufficiency initiative a reality and contributing to national food security.
Why it mattersThirty-five young VDP members are directly benefiting from agricultural training, land development, and equipment to improve food production and contribute to national self-sufficiency.
Read in ASJ →Widows, orphans, and wounded soldiers received vocational training in four cities to foster economic independence and new life prospects.
The Agency for Support to Widows, Orphans, and War Victims (ASVOVIG) celebrated the graduation of 470 individuals from its fourth training cohort. The program, held in Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, Kaya, and Fada-N'Gourma, aimed to equip beneficiaries with skills for future self-sufficiency. Among the graduates, 285 women, including widows, orphans, and spouses of defense and security forces, learned trades like sewing, soap making, cooking, and hairdressing.
Additionally, 185 wounded soldiers received training in poultry farming, motorcycle mechanics, and office administration. This initiative seeks to provide practical pathways for those affected by conflict, enabling families to meet their needs and offering wounded personnel opportunities for professional reorientation and continued economic contribution. The Minister of State, Minister of War and Patriotic Defense, General Célestin Simporé, presided over the ceremony, emphasizing the human dimension of the program.
General Simporé highlighted that the training addresses the diverse needs arising from war, aiming to transform acquired skills into autonomy and income. He stressed that the nation acknowledges the sacrifices of its fighters and their families, with this program serving as a concrete act of support. The initiative reflects a commitment to rebuilding lives and fostering economic resilience among those impacted by conflict.
Why it mattersWidows, orphans, and wounded soldiers are directly affected by this program, gaining skills to achieve economic independence and improve their livelihoods.
Read in ASJ →The winning numbers for the Faso Loto MAGIC lottery draw number 2026/109 held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, have been announced.
The official results for the Faso Loto MAGIC lottery draw, number 2026/109, were released on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Players who participated in this draw are advised to check their tickets against the winning sequence.
The winning numbers announced for the Faso Loto MAGIC draw are 14, 82, 37, 39, 79, and 64. This lottery offers participants a chance to win prizes with each drawing.
Faso Loto encourages players to continue participating, highlighting that each draw presents a new opportunity to win the grand prize. Information on how to play and check results is available through their official channels.
Why it mattersIndividuals who purchased Faso Loto MAGIC tickets on September 5, 2026, can check if they have won by comparing their numbers to the announced winning sequence.
Read in ASJ →The Center for Professional Training in Emerging Trades is offering trees from 500 FCFA until September 30 to encourage planting.
The Center for Professional Training in Emerging Trades Bangr Nooma (CFP-MEB) has launched a promotional sale of tree saplings, available from 500 FCFA until September 30. Families, schools, associations, and businesses can purchase trees, with guidance provided on planting and care. The CFP-MEB, established in 2023, aims to train individuals in emerging trades while promoting environmental protection.
This initiative follows the third edition of the Tree Fair, where over one million saplings of about a hundred species were produced. The available species include exotic varieties like yellow and red flamboyant, melina, and teak, as well as indigenous ones such as tamarind and neem. Production is spread across Ouagadougou and Koubri sites.
Rachel Kouyaté, head of innovations at CFP-MEB, stated the center's ambition is to make saplings more accessible to the public, thereby encouraging more Burkinabè to plant and maintain trees. This effort supports the presidential initiative for the greening of Burkina Faso, emphasizing that planting is for future generations.
Why it mattersThe CFP-MEB is selling saplings at promotional prices to encourage the planting of trees, contributing to the greening of Burkina Faso.
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