Gourma: The High Commissioner of the province of Gourma, Silas Nacanabo, along with school authorities and the Defense and Security Forces, visited Diapangou to assess the administration of the 2025 primary and post-primary school exams and competitions.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the exams commenced on June 3, 2025, across Burkina Faso. In Gourma, Silas Nacanabo led a delegation to various examination centers in Diapangou, located 20 km from Fada N’Gourma, to ensure that the tests were being administered effectively. He offered encouragement to candidates, teachers, and security forces present at both primary and secondary school examination centers.

The High Commissioner advised students to remain calm and approach the exams strategically by tackling questions they are most comfortable with first. He also urged teachers to provide guidance and ensure that the exams proceed peacefully and according to instructions.

Kamimana Singbeogo, the provincial director in charge of Primary Education in Gourma, reported that 7,258 candidates registered for the Primary School Certificate and the 6th grade entrance exam in 2025. This includes around 3,500 internally displaced students, a significant challenge due to their circumstances. Singbeogo noted a decrease in the number of candidates compared to the previous session.

In the context of secondary education, Ahamadou Gassamb©, the provincial director in charge, stated that 5,590 candidates, comprising 3,539 girls and 2,251 boys, are registered for the First Cycle Studies Certificate exam. These candidates are distributed across 21 juries in 16 secondary centers. Gassamb© assured that all necessary conditions have been met to ensure the smooth conduct of the exams.