Solenzo:A blood donation operation held at the Solenzo A public primary school on November 1, 2026, led to the collection of 130 bags of blood. The initiative was part of the commemoration of the 66th anniversary of the National Armed Forces of Burkina Faso.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the blood donation drive saw an increase from the previous year, collecting 39 more bags than the 91 bags gathered in 2025. This event was supported by the Defense and Security Forces (FDS), Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), and the local community, under the leadership of Captain Papa Parfait Kambou, commander of the 18th Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR).

Captain Kambou highlighted the importance of the initiative in supporting healthcare workers' efforts to save lives. He noted that the security forces and VDP often require such support during various missions and encouraged the local population to actively participate with the FDS and VDP to enhance social cohesion and fraternity.

The Regional Blood Transfusion Center (CRTS) team from Bobo-Dioulasso traveled to Solenzo for the collection efforts. The event, characterized by a spirit of civic duty and solidarity, aimed to provide essential blood reserves for patient care and emergency situations. The significant increase in blood donations from the previous year underscores a stronger community mobilization and commitment to this life-saving cause.