Ganzourgou: The Basic Education District (CEB) of Zorgho achieved a success rate of 77.77% in the certification assessment in non-formal education for the 2025 session. The results were announced on May 28, 2025, by the head of the district, Raogo Jean Claude Ou©draogo, in front of the examination participants.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the certification exam took place on May 19 across 11 centers in the Zorgho Basic Education District. The District Head, Raogo Jean Claude Ou©draogo, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exam when announcing the results. Out of 279 registered regular candidates, 267 (comprising 255 women and 12 men) undertook the Calculus and Text Study tests. Each candidate needed to score at least 40 out of a total of 80 points to pass. Consequently, 202 regular candidates met the threshold, resulting in a success rate of 75.67%.
Independent candidates, primarily teachers, showed outstanding performance with 29 out of 30 being admitted. This success increased the overall total of those assessed to 297, with 231 candidates admitted, culminating in an overall success rate of 77.77%.
A notable aspect of this session was the significant participation of women. Out of 292 assessed, 215 women were admitted, highlighting their strong engagement in promoting national languages. Additionally, there was a marked interest from the teaching staff, with more than ten teachers from the CEB of Zorgho applying as independent candidates and achieving near-total success. This outcome illustrates the effective implementation of the reform introduced in 2024 by the Ministry of Basic Education, Literacy, and the Promotion of National Languages (MEBAPLN).
The initiative led by the MEBAPLN aims to enhance the value of local languages through a more structured and inclusive assessment system. The increasing enthusiasm for this certification underscores the potential for success in this endeavor. CCEB Ou©draogo emphasized the importance of local languages, stating, “local languages should not be neglected. They are the starting point of our sovereignty.” This message resonates with the results of the 2025 session.
While congratulating successful candidates, the head of the CEB encouraged those who did not pass to remain determined. He also commended the efforts of all involved, including supervisors, examiners, and partners, for the successful conduct of the session. The certification exam has increasingly become a vital instrument for promoting multilingualism, social inclusion, and cultural affirmation.