Tannounyan: The Governor of the Tannounyan region, Patrice Yeye, accompanied by the Director General of the Regional Hospital Center (CHR) of Banfora, made a night visit on the night of December 31, 2025, to January 1, 2026, to welcome the first baby of the new year.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the first child born in 2026, a girl, arrived at 12:01 a.m. via cesarean section at the Banfora Regional Hospital. The Governor welcomed this event, marking the arrival of the new year under the sign of life and hope.

During this visit, Patrice Yeye also toured the departments of the hospital to encourage and congratulate the on-duty health workers for their commitment and availability, especially on this festive night.

As a token of support for the new parents, a complete bath kit and a box of soap were given to the first baby of the year. The Governor, while presenting the kit, personally added financial assistance for the parents of the first baby born in 2026.

The Governor praised the professionalism and dedication of the medical team, which enabled the mother to give birth in good conditions.

With this symbolic gesture, the top regional official reaffirmed the authorities' commitment to supporting the health sector and valuing the work of the agents who work daily for the well-being of the population.