Our work in Burkina Faso 
About Burkina Faso
Ne ye windiga! That is how you say “hello” in Mooré, one of the most commonly spoken languages in Burkina Faso. This West African country is known for its cultural diversity, being home to more than 60 different ethnic groups. Yet many families face poverty and food insecurity.
Country Stats
Churches using Compassion Causes
17
Children served
4184
Fun Fact
It is known for its cultural diversity, with over 60 different ethnic groups, each having its own unique customs, languages, and practices.
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Fish farming
Since the funding for our cause was secured, we have been taking steps to implement it effectively. Before constructing the ponds, we contacted a specialist to clarify all aspects of the project. It was at this point that a question arose: the initial plan, which was to build two ponds to facilitate water management, proved unfeasible because it would have resulted in prohibitively high water bills. Therefore, the suggestion was made to drill a well first, before constructing the ponds. Given the nature of the funds received, explicit authorization from Compassion officials was required before any further action could be taken. Consequently, the project could not begin on time, causing our implementation delay. Now that an agreement for drilling has been reached with the relevant authorities, we have issued a call for tenders, and a company has been selected to carry out the drilling work. They visited the site on November 11, 2025, to search for water sources, which proved successful. Drilling is scheduled to begin on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Immediately afterward, we will proceed with the construction and operation of the reservoirs.
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