Burkina Faso: Expenditure cuts, Prime Minister bans training of state agents outside
In a note made public on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, Burkinabe Prime Minister Apollinaire Joachim Kyélem de Tambèla announced the end of training for state employees. This decision is motivated by the stringent policies implemented by the Burkinabe government to reduce state expenses.
The decision stems from the observation that training missions for members of the boards of state-owned companies, public social welfare institutions, and mixed-ownership companies with majority state participation abroad are regularly organized and cost the state a lot. If training is to be conducted, an express exemption from the Prime Minister is now required. By suspending these missions, the government demonstrates its commitment to rationalizing public expenditure and optimizing the use of public funds.
The elimination of costly training abroad will lead to substantial savings, thus contributing to healthier and more transparent management of public finances. These savings can be redirected towards priority sectors such as health, education, and infrastructure, thereby improving the well-being of the Burkinabe population.
Limiting training abroad is a measure that could stimulate the development of quality local training programs. Local institutions will be strengthened and able to offer training tailored to the country’s specific needs, while also promoting job creation and skill development locally.
Prime Minister Apollinaire Joachim Kyélem de Tambèla’s decision is a significant step towards good governance in Burkina Faso. By ending the training of state employees abroad, the government shows its determination to reduce unnecessary expenses and optimize the use of public resources. This measure promises positive outcomes for public finances and local development.
