In Burkina Faso, access to drinking water remains a major problem. The consumption of poor quality water, especially in rural areas, is the cause of several diseases, including diarrhea. To address these challenges, Arthur Ahmed YO decided to create Bilada, a company that produces disinfectants for drinking water. It a

In 2018, while she was still a student in agro-food industry, Zalissa OUEDRAOGO became pregnant. During this challenging period, Zalissa started her own business by creating “Maria Trans”, a company specialised in the processing of fruits and vegetables into natural juices, jams, fruit salads and granules.

The cotton produced in Burkina Faso respects the environmental and sanitary protocols. This gives it the label of ecological cotton or organic cotton. With nearly 11,000 producers, 12,000 tons of cotton are produced per year. But only 2% of this production is processed locally. Faced with the lack of valorisation of th

Gérard SANOU is a journalist who has become a farmer. He produces cassava in association with other crops. Today, he is happy with this reconversion, because he contributes to the development of the agricultural sector in Burkina Faso.

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

Poor soil quality is a challenge for some farmers who are often forced to give up. In this story, meet Issiaka ZOUBGA, a producer who transformed a rocky land into an orchard even though he had been advised not to cultivate it. He demonstrated that these types of soils are difficult to work on, butRead More

Joël GOVOU is the Founder of “Jojo Agro Vert”, a farm where he does crop production in Benin. Joël is a trained electrician, but during an experience on the ground, he was impressed by the world of agriculture and decided to venture into this field. A decision that he does not regret today, because this Read More

Fish farmers often face difficulties related to the maintenance of their fish ponds or aquariums. A complex task that must be done regularly to keep the fish healthy. The solution proposed by Eugène ROUAMBA is a solar aquarium that can clean itself. This invention is very practical and economical.

Lê-Ci Stanislas BAMBARA is the founder of a pastry shop specialised in promoting local flavour in his creations. He offers his customers cakes made from ingredients such as moringa, néré, hibiscus and local rice. “The Americans have their “pancakes”, the French have their “Paris-Brest”.

“Dambou” is a traditional dish from Niger, made from rice semolina. In this video, discover the recipe of this dish.

The milk sector in Burkina Faso plays an important role in the economy but unfortunately it faces competition from imported milk powders. In this video, actors of the sector give an overview of the organization.

Burkina Faso produces a large quantity of mangoes which unfortunately end up being spoiled and wasted due to lack of customers. Traders face difficulties related to the conservation, because these fruits are stored in poor conditions. In this story, we go to meet the traders of a fruit market in Bobo-Dioulasso who expl

Fabrice COSSI is the promoter of Black Mix Food company in Benin which produces and markets poultry. Graduated in music production technique, Fabrice practiced this profession for 12 years before starting in poultry farming. His company makes chicks available to partner breeders and follows up until they are deployed o

Aristide KIENDREBEOGO is the founder of a company specialised in the processing of local rice. Accountant by training, Aristide worked in this field for some years before venturing into entrepreneurship in 2016. His company, “Fidelia Wend kuni”, is evolving well and is positioned among the leaders in the ma

Due to the security crisis in Burkina Faso, people have been forced to leave their home areas to settle elsewhere without any source of income. In this video, we went to meet internally displaced persons (IDP) in Kaya who are starting over through agriculture. This activity enables them to provide for their families.

In Benin, quail production is not very common, even though it is profitable, requires less investment and can be carried out in a small space, unlike other poultry. The company “Caille d’Or” seized this opportunity by specialising in the production of quail and processing them for their restaurant.

The “Food for better life” enterprise in Benin helps reduce post-harvest losses of vegetables by processing the surplus. This initiative is highly appreciated by producers who are now able to sell all their produce. “It is a joy, a pride for me that she comes to take the carrots from us. Before, for e

The high demand for fish and the willingness to eat healthy has prompted consumers to engage in fish farming, a very profitable activity when it is done under optimal conditions. In this video, enthusiasts and entrepreneurs in the field of fish farming at home share their experiences.

Bios Bénin is a company specialised in the production and marketing of stabilised and enriched curd. This company was created by two students who are trying to combine their studies with entrepreneurship. Despite the difficulties that they face, these young people are persevering and working to satisfy their customers

Artemisia is a plant with many virtues. In recent years, it has been used more and more to fight malaria despite the absence of studies proving its effectiveness. In this documentary, researchers and consumers of artemisia give their opinions on this plant.