Burkina Faso has announced plans to acquire 500 new buses to facilitate transportation for students and the general public.
The government led by Interim President Ibrahim Traoré has planned this purchase as part of its efforts to improve the quality of education in the country.
During the Council of Ministers meeting on December 5, an agreement worth approximately 44.87 billion CFA francs (around $67 million) was approved with the companies SANA Rasmané and WEND NA SONGDO INDUSTRIE SARL. The funding will be sourced from government resources and supported by VISTA BANK.
The buses will be delivered to SOTRACO, the country’s public transport service provider. The project is seen as a significant step toward facilitating student access to schools and strengthening intercity transport overall.
Quick Facts About Burkina Faso:
- Burkina Faso, a Sahel nation with limited natural resources, relies on agriculture and gold mining for its economy.
- Over 40% of the population lives below the poverty line.
- It ranks 185th out of 193 countries in the United Nations Human Development Index.
This project highlights the government’s commitment to improving transportation and education infrastructure.
