Rambo:Yatenga The High Commissioner of Yatenga Province, Pierre Claver Banc, engaged with the residents of Rambo to discuss the impact of social networks on community conflicts. The meeting, hosted by the special municipal delegation, was part of the Day of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation activities.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Pierre Claver Banc emphasized the importance of responsible social media use among young people. He highlighted the dangers of hate speech, disinformation, and community stigmatization, which he said undermine social cohesion and development. He noted that the province has recorded 113 community conflicts in the first quarters of the year, many exacerbated by social media.
The High Commissioner encouraged using social media as a tool for development and unity in Burkina Faso. Chief Naaba Siguiri of Rambo echoed this sentiment, urging residents to make constructive use of these platforms and to engage in local development initiatives.
Bintou Oudraogo, representing the women of Rambo, urged her peers to use social media positively for the benefit of Burkina Faso. The community's concerns were addressed during the exchanges with the High Commissioner's delegation.