From 10 to 12 June 2024 in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), the Non-State Actors Group (NSAG) of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) organised a strategic workshop on the Kampala Declaration. The workshop brought together representatives of the Non-State Actors Group, young people committed to agr

In Burkina Faso, many farmers find it difficult to water their crops during the dry season. Aware of this problem, Ouedi Ernest ASSO had the idea of setting up a solution to help producers have water for their crops throughout the year. In 2014, he set up “Solafrique”, a company specialising in renewable en

“FERTI Sahel” is an organic fertiliser specially designed to optimise soil fertility and boost crop yields. Made from a mixture of bones, horns and organic matter, this fertiliser provides the soil with essential nutrients for plants to flourish. Produced by “KAALA” company, “FERTI Sahel&#

After a bad experience with salad bought at a market, Marie-Jeanne ZOUNGRANA decided to take thing in hand. So, driven by the desire to eat better and stay healthy, she started gardening at home. Her vegetable garden, which has become her haven of peace, receives the greatest attention from this woman with green thumb.

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 vegetable garden has been extended, he can eat what he grows.

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, both young and old, who are passionate about farming. In Ko

Sandrine KONSIMBO’s passion for plants was passed on to her by her parents from an early age. Her role was to water the plants. Even if there was a water shortage, she had to find a way of watering them. Today, Sandrine KONSIMBO has a beautiful garden at home, which she tends with care and love. Her garden contai

The beautiful commune of Ziniaré welcomes us to this episode of Rural Life. Located around 35 km from Ouagadougou, in the province of Oubritenga in Burkina Faso, Ziniaré stands out for its cultural diversity, history and customs. It is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. In this issue, we

In this episode of Green Thumb, we meet a man who loves citronella. Luc ZOUNGRANA has turned his passion for plants into a profession. Gardening, which he practises with love. His relationship with plants goes back to his childhood, when he learned the trade from his parents. There are a number of reasons why he chose

Formerly a project coordinator in an NGO, Yvette OUÉDRAOGO’s adventure in Lebanon turned into a nightmare. Her life has not been easy. However, she was able to learn from her many misadventures. Returning home after three years in exile, she launched her own agri-food business, Ligne de Vie. The company speciali