Kouka:Banwa Nationals of the commune of Kouka, both residing in Burkina Faso and abroad, have made a significant donation of food and fuel to support the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), the Dozos, and the families of fallen VDP members. The donation event took place on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Kouka Town Hall.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the donation was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Family and Solidarity. It included four tons of 50 kg rice, two tons of 50 kg corn, 60 bags of 5 kg flour, 200 fuel vouchers valued at a total of 600,000 CFA francs, and a cash contribution of 75,000 CFA francs. This gesture was aimed at expressing gratitude to the forces engaged in defending the territory and supporting the families of those who have lost their lives in service.

The contributions were intended for the VDP, the Dozos (traditional hunters), and the bereaved families in Kouka, Mahouana, and Siwi. Mamourou Sanou, the spokesperson for the donors, highlighted the importance of solidarity with the defense forces and reaffirmed the community's commitment to peace and social cohesion.

Sylvain Bonogo, the provincial director of Family, Solidarity, and Humanitarian Action for Banwa, praised the initiative as a tangible expression of community support. He urged the population to continue this solidarity to support security efforts and affected families.

Dohoun Sanou, speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed gratitude for the donations and welcomed this support for the VDP and the Dozos. The ceremony was attended by the first vice-president of the Kouka special delegation, traditional and religious authorities, municipal service heads, beneficiary representatives, and the people of Kouka.