Burkina Faso's partner town of Zogorè pays a visit to Mayor Christian Pakusch
In a recent development, Salia Kirakoya, a native of Willich's partner town in Burkina Faso, Zogoré, has proposed a new project that focuses on reopening schools and establishing gardens to support agricultural education. The project aims to revitalize local education infrastructure disrupted by the current security situation and promote sustainable agricultural practices among students.
The project's inception was marked by a meeting of supporters on the Gripshof, where Kirakoya presented his proposal to Mayor Christian Pakusch. Pakusch, who has been supportive of the project due to the difficult situation in Zogoré, has expressed his backing for the initiative.
The project's first steps involve refurbishing school facilities and creating demonstration gardens where students can learn hands-on farming techniques. Local leaders and families have shown strong support, actively participating in preparatory activities. Partnerships with educational and agricultural organizations are helping provide resources and expertise.
However, detailed project milestones, timelines, or challenges have not been fully disclosed publicly. For the most precise and up-to-date information, contacting Willich’s municipal offices or Kirakoya’s project team directly would provide the latest on implementation phases and outcomes.
It's worth noting that Kirakoya previously coordinated projects for the "Help for Yatenga" association in northern Burkina Faso, led by Marlies Grips. Upon returning to the capital, Ouagadougou, Kirakoya took a list of tasks to push forward the new project in the partner town of Zogoré.
The project's goals are twofold: to reopen the schools currently occupied by internally displaced people and to establish gardens at each school to teach agriculture and supply the school canteens with vegetables and fruits. This initiative is expected to enhance both literacy and practical skills in the community, contributing to a brighter future for the people of Zogoré.
Economic and social policy discussions surrounding Salia Kirakoya's project may highlight the importance of revitalizing education-and-self-development in Zogoré, Burkina Faso. As politics play a role in the project's support from mayor Christian Pakusch, general news outlets might report on the anticipated impact of the project on the region, including the implementation of agricultural education and improvements to local infrastructure.
