Dori: The Seno province marked National Tree Day in Dori with a delayed ceremony. On the occasion, 400 seedlings of local medicinal species were planted in the Kampiti grove, a three-hectare site that will soon be equipped with an autonomous water station to ensure the survival of the seedlings.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the choice of the province of Seno fell on the planting of 400 medicinal plants, mainly local species recognized for their therapeutic usefulness and their economic profitability. The provincial director of water and forests of Seno, W. Paul Rodrigues Nassa, noted that the grove covers three hectares which are fully fenced, thus providing a secure space for the growth of plants.
He added that the site will benefit from technical support from the Women and Youth in Action for Sustainable Ecosystems (FAED) Project, as well as financial support from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and the mining company IAMGOLD Essakane for the creation of an autonomous water point. FAED project manager Rodrigues Sougue stated that the creation of this grove is part of the strategic objectives of his organization, which works for ecological resilience and community empowerment.
“We will support the establishment of the water point to combat water stress, which threatens the survival of the plants,” he reassured. For him, this joint action demonstrates the synergy between technical and financial partners and local populations in the protection of the environment and the development of natural resources.
In his speech, the president of the special communal delegation of Dori, Atiana Ayiyongo, stressed that the creation of the Kampiti grove goes well beyond a simple reforestation operation. “It’s a real pharmacy made available to future generations,” he said, adding that this project is also a tribute to the ancestors, pioneers of herbal therapy. He expressed his hope that the grove would be maintained and enhanced so that it would become a model for the region.
The High Commissioner of Seno Province, Wulfran Emile Firmin Bamas, thanked the FAED project and its implementing partners, including the regional branch of the Association for Environmental Management and Development (AGED) and the Societe de Cooperatives pour le Developpement International (SOCODEVI). He also expressed his gratitude to the people of Kampiti, who donated the three-hectare plot of land that now serves as a provincial medicinal plant grove. “This gesture reflects a shared vision of sustainable development and the preservation of indigenous knowledge,” he said.
The residents of Kampiti took an active part in the ceremony, which was marked by a strong turnout. The provincial director of water and forestry paid tribute to the local population, the state’s decentralized services, and the technical and financial partners, who all contributed to the day’s success.
The Kampiti Grove is intended to be an ecological, economic, and cultural heritage site, designed to preserve biodiversity and strengthen community resilience. Its success will depend on the continued commitment of local communities and the support of all partners.