Diebougou:The Signorta Association of Women of Bougouriba has been granted an agricultural mechanization kit that includes a 20-horsepower tractor, a trailer, and a plow. This donation, facilitated by the Ministry of Family and Solidarity and its partners, aims to enhance agricultural production and empower the association's members economically.
According to Burkina Information Agency, this modern equipment addresses a crucial need for the association, which currently cultivates a one-hectare market garden. With the new machinery, the women plan to diversify their crops, improve yields, and contribute to food security in Bougouriba province.
The official handover ceremony took place at the High Commission in Diebougou, coinciding with the International Day of Rural Women. Beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the support, which is anticipated to bolster their production capabilities.
Nifabaseota Sandrine Dabire, coordinator of the Signorta Women's Association, highlighted the significance of this acquisition for the group’s agricultural activities. She expressed confidence that the equipment would substantially enhance agricultural production in Bougouriba province, addressing a major challenge in the agricultural sector.
High Commissioner Amidou Konate, who presided over the ceremony, praised the gesture as a reflection of the authorities' commitment to local actors within the framework of the Popular Progressive Revolution (RPP). He emphasized the importance of responsible use of the equipment to maximize its benefits and contribute to women's empowerment in the province.
The event was attended by the provincial director of Family and Solidarity of Bougouriba, the provincial director of Sports, Youth and Employment, and several members of the association.