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Moov Africa-ONATEL donates 16.5 million FCFA to Burkina Faso schools

The telecommunications operator provided 25 computers and 100 scholarships to support students in scientific and professional high schools.

Moov Africa-ONATEL invested 16.5 million FCFA in Burkina Faso's education sector, donating 25 computers and 100 scholarships. The telecommunications operator delivered these resources to three high schools on October 21, 2026, in Ouagadougou. This initiative aims to improve learning conditions and promote academic excellence.

The donation includes 25 new computers for the Lycée scientifique national de Ouagadougou, the Lycée professionnel régional du Centre, and the Lycée professionnel régional Guimbi Ouattara in Bobo-Dioulasso. Additionally, 100 scholarships valued at 5 million FCFA will help reduce family financial burdens. Moov Africa-ONATEL's Director General, Mohamed Karim, stated the company is responding to a national call to promote scientific and technological disciplines.

Minister of Secondary Education and Vocational Training, Pr Moumouni Zoungrana, praised the initiative for bolstering the education system. Karim also encouraged students to use digital tools constructively for learning, not distraction. The total value of the support provided by Moov Africa-ONATEL amounts to 16.5 million FCFA.

Why it mattersStudents in Burkina Faso's scientific and professional high schools will benefit from new computers and scholarships to improve their learning and academic success.