Burkina Faso: 5.7 billion CFA francs for military equipment, as the Burkinabe government prioritises security in its public policy
In a context marked by multiple security challenges, Burkina Faso firmly reaffirms its determination to make the protection of people and property an absolute priority. The Council of Ministers recently adopted a report on several specific projects under the Ministry of Security, with a total amount of 5,737,665,660 F CFA (including taxes), fully financed by the state budget for the 2026 fiscal year.
These investments reflect a coherent vision: to equip the defense and security forces with the necessary material resources to effectively respond to threats across the entire national territory.
Specifically, the projects involve the acquisition of specialized equipment for the National Armed Forces and the Internal Security Forces deployed as part of the missions of the National Office for Securing Mining Sites (ONASSIM).
Equally significant support is planned for the National Road Safety Office (ONASER) to enhance security on roadways, which are frequent scenes of accidents and incidents.
Furthermore, special attention is being given to training and working conditions for personnel.
The state has not forgotten the future: security equipment and uniforms will be provided to students at the National Police School (ENP) and the Police Academy.
These young recruits, future pillars of internal security, will benefit from an environment conducive to their learning.
Similarly, personnel from the National Police Directorate General (DGPN), the Directorate General of Water and Forests (DGEF), and the agents of the LAABAL Brigade will receive attire adapted to their missions, which are often carried out in challenging environments.
This extensive equipment program, covering both elite units and field forces, demonstrates that security is not a mere statement of intent but a concrete budgetary and operational commitment.
By investing massively in both personnel and material, Burkina Faso is building, to the tune of 5.7 billion CFA francs, the ramparts of its resilience.
