Sissili: The High Commissioner of the Sissili province, Tewende Isaac Sia, officially launched the physical and sports tests for the Brevet d'etudes du premier cycle (BEPC) exam, 2026 session, this Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the Leo Municipal High School. In addition to academic encouragement, the provincial authority placed particular emphasis on road safety in schools.
According to Burkina Information Agency, accompanied by secondary education officials, including the Provincial Director of Secondary, Vocational and Technical Education (DPESFPT), Lawabien Serge Toe, the High Commissioner kicked off the sporting activities that mark the first phase of the end-of-year exams. While urging the candidates to demonstrate discipline, courage, and selflessness, Tewende Isaac Sia used this platform to address the youth about the rise in road safety issues. "We know you are obedient children, but we are seeing more and more speeding on your part. Some are even using their phones while driving, which is strictly prohibited," the High Commissioner lamented.
He urged students to respect the recommendations of the National Road Safety Office (ONASER), particularly regarding helmet use and caution in urban areas. "Be responsible students. On your way to school, stay focused, drive slowly, and avoid distractions," he insisted, strongly condemning dangerous stunts during festive events.
On site, the juries are hard at work evaluating the candidates' performances. According to Sylvain Kabore, president of jury number 3 at the Leo Municipal High School, the organizational arrangements were made in time. "The essentials were put in place yesterday. We have the weights, the cones, and the necessary equipment for the high jump. Even if the equipment is a little insufficient, we will make do with what we have so that everything goes well," he reassured, while wishing the candidates every success.
For those most directly involved, the focus is on concentration. Denis Ouedraogo, a candidate in this session, welcomes the start of the exams with pride and serenity, thanks to preparations begun at the start of the school year. "To avoid being caught off guard, I played sports every weekend. On Saturday and Sunday evenings, we would meet at the field to train together and improve our performance," the young candidate explained. He also advised his classmates to give their best to maximize their chances of success.
After the sporting events, the candidates will face written exams in the coming weeks to obtain their first secondary school diploma.