Bobo-Dioulasso:The Minister of Public Service, Mathias Traore, has officially launched a public awareness campaign for the new Labor Code in Burkina Faso. The launch event took place in Bobo-Dioulasso on Monday, October 26, 2026, with Minister Traore accompanied by Jacques Sosthene Dingara, the Minister of Basic Education, Literacy, and the Promotion of National Languages.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Law No. 13-2026/ALP, which establishes the Labor Code, was promulgated on May 25, 2026, and is now being promoted through a comprehensive public awareness campaign. The Ministry of Public Service aims to ensure widespread understanding and effective implementation of the new legislation.

Minister Traore urged a general mobilization of regional governors, decentralized service heads, social partners, and stakeholders to support the dissemination and adoption of the new Labor Code. He highlighted the need for employers to adapt their human resource practices to the new regulations and for workers to fulfill their duties in line with the code. Social dialogue was emphasized as crucial for preventing tensions and enhancing performance.

Traore also addressed labor inspectors, reminding them of their role in advising on the new code, ensuring its application, and preventing conflicts. He stressed the importance of enforcing the law with firmness, tact, and consideration for the public interest.

Key innovations in the Labor Code include a limit on Fixed-Term Employment Contract renewals, equal pay for temporary and permanent workers with equal qualifications, increased compensation for unfair dismissal, recognition of psychological harassment, extended breastfeeding leave, and a mandate for health and safety committees in larger companies.

At the launch, Minister Traore presented copies of the Labor Code to partners, and a presentation was given to explain the main innovations and implications of the law.