Gayeri: The Komondjari Provincial Women's Coordination, in collaboration with the Provincial Directorate of Family and Solidarity, celebrated International Women's Day on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Gayeri. The event featured a public conference and exhibitions of local products, emphasizing women's dedication to peace and social cohesion.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the event was themed "Building a lasting peace in Burkina Faso: what contributions of women and girls to the promotion of living together." It included a public conference led by Mr. Simeon Kabore from the Provincial Directorate in charge of Family and Solidarity of Komondjari.
The ceremony also highlighted local products made by women from the province, demonstrating their skills and economic initiatives. Secretary General of Komondjari Province, Mr. Drissa Ouedraogo, representing the High Commissioner, presented new legislation on associations and cooperatives, urging compliance.
Ms. Lankoande Nadembou Nad¨ge, representing the provincial coordination of women, stated that International Women's Day celebrates women's efforts and achievements in building a just, united, and peaceful society. She noted the theme's relevance due to national security and humanitarian challenges, highlighting women's roles in family resilience and social cohesion.
Women in Komondjari are actively seeking solutions to improve their families' living conditions and contribute to local development. Initiatives include community gardens, income-generating activities like trade and processing local products, and learning trades, supported by partners.
Challenges such as water scarcity and limited agricultural inputs affect family gardens' profitability, compounded by security issues hindering travel and trade. The women's representative expressed gratitude to authorities and partners for their support, including the High Commissioner and technical services like the Provincial Directorate of Family and Solidarity.
Special mention was made of the commander of BIR 20 for financial and material support, aiding the commemoration's success and peace efforts. The traditional chief of Gayeri was also praised for preserving social cohesion.
The provincial women's coordination committee submitted grievances to authorities to improve living conditions, requesting agricultural inputs, boreholes for water access, repair of mills, and subsidies for plowing women's associations' fields. They also sought agricultural equipment and road security to facilitate trade, and support for campaigns against early pregnancies among young girls.
The provincial coordination lauded the solidarity of Komondjari women, whose commitment ensured the celebration's success.