Unanimous Vote in Ouagadougou for New CSC President Designation Law

Ouagadougou – The Transitional Legislative Assembly (ALT) of Burkina Faso unanimously passed a new organic law on Tuesday, concerning the Superior Council of Communication (CSC). The 70 deputies present at the plenary session voted in favor of the law, which includes significant changes in the CSC’s structure and functions.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the President of Faso will now designate the president of the CSC. A notable feature of the law is its provision for regulating social networks, including the content posted by bloggers and influencers with at least 5,000 subscribers. The law mandates that declarations of existence for both written and online presses must be registered with the CSC. It also ensures the financial independence of the CSC, aligning it with community provisions.

Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo, the Minister in charge of communications, welcomed the law, stating that it will equip the regulatory body to meet significant contemporary challenges. He emphasized that the law would provide stability to the CSC, protecting it from frequent legal challenges. Ouedraogo also noted the importance of the CSC having sufficient financial resources to fulfill its role in regulating public communications, acknowledging the significant influence of media, including digital platforms, on society and culture.