Burkina Faso: Government launches the “Pacte Nékré” in Kaya to reshape the education system

Prime Minister Rimtalba Ouédraogo launched the “Pacte Nékré for the renewal of Burkina Faso’s school system” in Kaya, presenting it as a societal project that puts education at the heart of national sovereignty. He praised the resilience of the education system and its teachers while pointing to shortcomings in quality, with many pupils finishing primary school without mastering basic skills. The government identified seven challenges, including insecurity, the digital divide, mismatches between education and employment, and dependence on foreign curricula. The pact sets out seven priorities, including ensuring every child has access to school, improving classroom quality, and grounding learning in Burkinabè identity.