AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOuagadougou Sports Tourism: Burkina Faso will host the 2nd Alliance of Sahel States Games (JAES) in Ouagadougou from Sept 7–16, 2026, bringing about 540 participants across 11 sports, with venues including Stade du 4-Août and Palais des Sports de Ouaga 2000—plus tightened security and group reception plans for delegations. Cross-Border Business Travel: Burkina Faso and Egypt agreed to launch direct flights between Ouagadougou and Cairo and simplify visa procedures for business travellers, aiming to boost trade and investment. Regional Youth Football in Burkina Faso: The WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup is set for Oct 10–23, 2026 in Ouagadougou, with Ghana’s Black Maidens camping ahead of the tournament. Safer Travel & Entry Clarity: A Ghana border visa dispute involving a Chinese traveller highlights the need to verify entry rules in advance, since visa-on-arrival isn’t guaranteed for all travellers. Transport & Logistics for Visitors: Burkina Faso-linked regional travel may benefit indirectly as Ghana pushes a new Mpakadan port plan to move cargo via rail and Volta Lake, easing pressure on major roads.
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