Ouagadougou:The Ministry of Economy and Finance has provided 200 school kits to the Armed Forces Social Service to support orphans of the Combatant Forces. This initiative took place on Monday after the traditional flag-raising ceremony and signifies the Ministry's dedication to bolstering national solidarity for children whose parents have sacrificed their lives for the nation.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Minister of Economy and Finance, Dr. Aboubakar Nacanabo, emphasized the duty to assist these children, now regarded as "the children of the Republic," and urged everyone to contribute to their welfare. He affirmed the Ministry's commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Social Service to ensure these children can study under favorable conditions.

Lieutenant Hubert Nana, who coordinates the affiliated structures of the Central Directorate of Social Action and Psychological Services of the Armed Forces, expressed gratitude for the initiative. He acknowledged the significance of the gesture in easing the burden on students as the new school year begins.

Minister Nacanabo also conveyed a message from the President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, during the event. This was part of the second phase of the third edition of the National Day of Patriotic Commitment and Citizen Participation, which focuses on promoting local production, processing, and consumption under the slogan "All for the good of Burkina Faso. Let's make every purchase an act of sovereignty." The President urged citizens to enhance solidarity and manifest patriotic commitment through daily actions, emphasizing that Burkina Faso can achieve self-sufficiency by prioritizing local resources.