Burkina Faso’s civil engineers warn: unsafe construction threatens economic growth

The Order of Civil Engineers of Burkina Faso (OIGC-BF) recently convened a press briefing in Ouagadougou to address a pressing national concern: the growing threat of substandard construction projects undermining public safety, economic stability, and Burkina Faso’s infrastructure sovereignty.

During the event, Ousmane Honoré Ouédraogo, President of the OIGC-BF, delivered a strong message to journalists and the public. He emphasized that behind every road, bridge, and building in Burkina Faso lies a critical responsibility—one that civil engineers must uphold with integrity and professionalism.

By Emmanuel Mbarga — Journalist