Burkina Faso / Sanitation, judicial reform, and reorganization: Major decisions by the Council of Ministers
The Council of Ministers meeting on Thursday, September 4, 2025, chaired by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Head of State, marked an important turning point in Burkina Faso’s institutional and administrative life. Several key decisions were taken, reflecting the government’s determination to strengthen discipline within the civil service, promote community-based justice, and adapt the executive’s organization to new governance requirements.
Regarding the civil service, the Council approved the dismissal of 21 public officials found guilty of using forged diplomas during their recruitment or promotion. According to Minister Mathias Traoré, this measure demonstrates the authorities’ commitment to fighting fraud, corruption, and impunity, with the aim of cleaning up the administration and ensuring transparent management of the state’s human resources.
In terms of justice, the Council endorsed the creation of traditional dispute resolution bodies through the “Faso Bukaore” bill. These structures will be set up in every sector and village to provide citizens with a first level of recourse in case of conflict, before potentially turning to formal courts. For the Minister of Justice, Edasso Rodrigue Bayala, this mechanism will bring justice closer to the people and strengthen social cohesion.
Lastly, the government decided to change the frequency of its meetings. From now on, Council of Ministers sessions will be held every Thursday instead of Wednesday, the government’s spokesperson announced. This reorganization is intended to optimize the management of the government’s agenda and ensure better monitoring of decisions, in line with the Popular Progressive Revolution initiated by the country’s leadership.
