Burkina Faso: Mobilisation of internal resources, an upward trend under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré

Under the leadership of President Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso has taken a decisive step toward strengthening its economic sovereignty. During Friday’s Council of Ministers meeting, Economy and Finance Minister Aboubakar Nacanabo presented a crucial report on the 2026-2028 Multiyear Budgetary and Economic Programming Document—a financial roadmap designed to align national resources with strategic priorities amid global and regional economic shifts.
This strategic framework reflects President Traoré’s vision, emphasizing territorial reconquest, food self-sufficiency, road infrastructure development, human capital investment, industrial revival, and good governance.
These pillars underscore Burkina Faso’s commitment to building a resilient and prosperous future.
The Council welcomed a significant increase in domestic revenue mobilization, rising from 3,000 billion CFA francs in 2024 to 3,200 billion in 2025, with projections reaching 3,500 billion by 2026.
These gains stem from structural reforms, including the digitization of tax collection and land management systems. By 2026, the focus will shift to optimizing property taxes.
This financial progress highlights President Traoré’s push for economic self-reliance and national fiscal control.
Through bold governance reforms, Burkina Faso is cementing its sovereignty on strong, homegrown foundations—proving its determination to chart an independent path toward stability and growth.
Souley LAMINA