Zorgho: The Ganzourgou Foresters’ Association (AFG), in collaboration with the residents of Kandatenga neighborhood in sector 4 of Zorgho, planted 115 plants in the sacred grove on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This effort is part of the second edition of the Association’s 48-hour initiative aimed at restoring the greenery of the area, which has suffered due to human activities.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the reforestation took place over a 3,600 m² area, which has been fenced with wire mesh to protect the plants. The foresters, along with the local community, planted various local medicinal species, including cailc©drat, baobab, and moringa. Additionally, one hundred other plants were distributed to the communities for planting in local concessions or fields.
The Kindpaalg-naaba of Mogt©do, representing the district elders, acknowledged the importance of this initiative in revitalizing a once-vast sacred site that had been degraded by bush fires. The community has committed to maintaining the plants, with technical assistance from the Environment department in areas such as watering, creating firebreaks, and controlling stray animals.
The 48-hour event also featured a blood donation drive that collected 22 bags for the National Blood Transfusion Centre, and the distribution of equipment to the Medical Centre with Surgical Unit (CMA) and the Zorgho Environment Department. Items provided included medical kits, insecticides, soap, trash cans, jibs, wheelbarrows, rakes, and shovels.
Food supplies, consisting of 20 bags of rice and spaghetti, were donated to services aiding families in need. AFG President Roland Kabor© highlighted the initiative’s focus on environmental protection, social cohesion, and support for vulnerable groups, expressing gratitude to the partners and benefactors.
The ceremony’s patron, the provincial High Commissioner Aminata Sorgho/Gouba, commended the civic nature of the initiative, aligning with national policy, and encouraged the Ganzourgou community to enhance their environmental and solidarity efforts. Economic operator Omar Bonkoungou, represented by Richard Kabor©, praised the AFG for their dedication and pledged support for future projects.
The event concluded with a call for making Ganzourgou a green and resilient province, drawing participation from administrative, traditional, religious authorities, and forestry experts.