Loumbila:In a recent contribution addressed to Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, Ousséni Kaboré, an inspector of primary and non-formal education, outlined several proposals aimed at strengthening the quality of education in Burkina Faso. Kaboré's recommendations focus on improving working conditions for educational stakeholders and consolidating the gains from recent reforms.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Kaboré's proposals were formulated following the launch of the NEKRE Pact on October 17, 2026, in Kaya. He emphasizes the need for collective commitment and concrete actions to overhaul the educational system in the country.
Kaboré highlights the importance of translating guidelines and commitments into tangible improvements in schools and working conditions. He stresses the priority of restoring public trust in the education system and advocates for enhancing the links between education, vocational training, and socio-economic integration, especially in light of the return of young Burkinabe from other countries in the region.
Improving the working conditions of teachers is also a major focal point of Kaboré's advocacy. He calls for adequately equipped classrooms, access to textbooks and teaching materials, functional water points, and latrines. Additionally, he underscores the need for social protection and recognition of the teaching profession.
Kaboré insists on the necessity of robust support for teachers, particularly in light of educational innovations such as the introduction of English, national languages, and information and communication technologies. He advocates for in-depth training courses and regular classroom monitoring to facilitate new teaching approaches.
The inspector also addresses the material conditions of continuing training for staff and calls for the effective application of regulatory provisions for public employees. He highlights the critical role of inspectors in educational supervision and proposes providing them with necessary resources like vehicles, fuel, and digital equipment.
Kaboré recommends a national assessment of the inspector-teacher ratio, considering the distances and accessibility challenges, to better allocate resources. He emphasizes the need for rigorous monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for the NEKRE Pact, with defined responsibilities, schedules, financial resources, and success indicators.
His comprehensive plea also covers the reintegration of out-of-school youth, the development of vocational training, and the improvement of educational infrastructure. Through his advocacy, Kaboré aims to contribute to the national dialogue on the future of Burkinabe schools, emphasizing that "The Burkina Faso of tomorrow is being built today in our schools."