Boulgou: The prefect president of the special delegation (PDS) of Zabr©, Alain Boubi© Bassono, addressed candidates for the 2026 Baccalaureate session, emphasizing the importance of trusting their knowledge and abilities rather than relying on artificial intelligence. This message was delivered during the official launch of the first written tests.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Bassono, accompanied by administrative officials, department heads, and a representative of the customary chieftaincy, visited the examination centers in the commune. The purpose of the visit was to ensure a smooth start to the exams and to offer encouragement to the candidates.

Bassono reassured the students that the examination topics would cover what they have learned throughout the year. He advised them to remain focused, calm, and confident, to read questions carefully, and to avoid any attempts at cheating. He stressed the importance of relying on personal strength rather than artificial intelligence and reaffirmed the municipal authorities’ support for the jury members and supervisors.

The commune of Zabr© has two Baccalaureate juries: jury 294 at the departmental high school and jury 295 at the evangelical high school. Harouna Gouba, representing the canton chief of Zabr©, Naaba Kougri, conveyed encouragement to the candidates and expressed hope for an exceptional success rate. Gouba emphasized the expectation for candidates to perform their best to meet expectations.

Rissina Ou©draogo, president of jury 294, reported that the examinations began smoothly, with candidates well-seated and instructions against fraud reiterated. Jury 294 registered 171 candidates, including 49 in series D and 122 in series A.

Similarly, at jury 295 of the Zabr© Evangelical High School, its president, Rapha«l W. Ou©draogo, confirmed that no major incidents occurred at the start of the exams. He encouraged students to value their nine months of preparation and to trust in their abilities without panic or stress.

Jury 295 comprises 166 candidates, with 81 boys and 85 girls. The authorities and heads of the two juries wished all candidates good luck and expressed gratitude to the administrative, educational, and customary authorities for their support.