Koupela:The Governor of the Nakambe region, Yiye Abraham Somdo, visited two local product processing units in Koupela as part of a campaign to encourage local processing and the promotion of local products. This initiative is part of the month dedicated to consuming locally produced goods.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Governor Somdo's tour included a stop at the Wend-kouni training workshop, known for producing Faso Dafani and Koko Dunda loincloths, and a visit to the Kari-Tim company, which produces natural cosmetic products using shea butter. During these visits, the heads of the units explained their production processes, showcased their equipment, and discussed the challenges they face.

The visits provided an opportunity for the Governor and provincial authorities of Kourittenga to engage with the managers and learn about their operations. Pascaline Tamalgo, the head of Wend-Kouni, expressed her gratitude for the recognition of her work in weaving traditional loincloths and affirmed her commitment to promoting quality local processing. Similarly, Koulsouma Kanazoe, head of Kari-Tim, noted that the visit encouraged further efforts to enhance the value of their shea butter products.

Governor Somdo praised the managers for their expertise and contributions, emphasizing that local transformation is crucial for utilizing resources and generating employment. He stressed the importance of strengthening the quality of locally processed products to support economic development by converting resources into competitive products.