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In this first video of our new series called “Rural life”, we went to Bazoulé, a village located in the Central region of Burkina Faso.
This village is renowned for its “sacred crocodile” pond. A site that attracts hundreds of tourists every year, but unfortunately faces difficulties related to the lack of water. The pond is drying up and tourists are becoming rare.
The youth fear for their future, because this pond is their main source of income, around which many jobs are created.
Green Thumb: At Karim’s place
Karim YABRÉ loves plants. He loves them so much that, despite the limited space in his home, he has managed to create a space entirely dedicated to his plants. His fragile state of health meant that he had to spend long periods in hospital. But now that his v
Burkina Faso: Sweets enthusiast
Aminata Kontiebo set up her own business, “Tasty Gourmandises”, after the company she worked for closed down. Her company offers a wide range of confectionery made mainly from local products, such as peanut caramel, toasted grated coconut, biscuits, “
Rural Life in Komsilga
Today’s excursion takes us to the rural commune of Komsilga. Comprising 36 villages, Komsilga is located around 25 kilometres south of Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso. With its strong agricultural potential, this commune attracts a large number of gardeners,