Ddougou:Mouhoun The community leaders of Safan, guided by the prefect and president of the special delegation, Ali Traor, managed to produce more than 4,000 paving stones in under four hours at the Faso Mêbo site in Ddougou.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the initiative took place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with contributions including a 25 m³ truckload of sand and a financial donation of 290,500 FCFA. Participants ranged from the Defense and Security Forces and the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland to municipal employees, traditional and religious authorities, and members of the National Coordination of Citizen Watch Associations. Residents from the commune's 40 villages and those living outside Safan also joined the effort.

The municipal delegation provided the sand, which was valued at 300,000 FCFA, along with their financial contribution. Prefect Ali Traor commended the dedication and commitment of all involved, emphasizing the event's role in fostering social cohesion and unity within the community.

He encouraged continued civic engagement from the community, urging them to support future developmental initiatives for Safan, the region, and Burkina Faso.