Pelegtenga:The company Société de commerce moderne (SCOM Burkina), led by El Hadj Boukaré OUEDRAOGO, provided school supplies to students and food to teachers in nine schools in Pelegtenga, within the commune of Ziniaré. This donation, aimed at supporting the 2026-2027 school year, took place on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the donation ceremony occurred at Pelegtenga High School, attended by Samuel KALKOUMDO, the special advisor to the President of Faso. This initiative, now in its tenth year, benefits seven primary schools and two post-primary and secondary institutions.

During the event, El Hadj Boukaré OUEDRAOGO praised educational stakeholders, parents, and students for their dedication to education. He highlighted the significance of knowledge for achieving success both personally and socially. He also reaffirmed SCOM Burkina's commitment to solidarity, sharing, and social responsibility, expressing the company's ambition to foster an educated and enterprising youth committed to national development.

The principal of Pelegtenga High School, Comrade T. Justin OUEDRAOGO, expressed gratitude to the donor for the ongoing support, noting that these annual contributions alleviate the burden on parents and ensure students have the necessary supplies to attend classes.

Student representative Claudine BONKOUNGOU also thanked El Hadj Boukaré OUEDRAOGO for his dedication to their education, emphasizing the importance of the school kits they receive each year as a symbol of encouragement.

Additionally, El Hadj Nabasnoogo, a prominent community advocate, donated 10 mattresses to the Ourgou Health and Social Promotion Center to aid the facility's mission to serve the community.