OUAGADOUGOU - Journalist Téwendé Zoundi successfully concluded her training at the Institute of Information and Communication Sciences and Techniques (ISTIC) by defending a documentary in the national mooré language, addressing unsanitary conditions in Ouagadougou.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Zoundi presented her 26-minute documentary entitled "Waogdg r?gdã waa..." or "Haro on unsanitary conditions in Ouagadougou," which aimed to raise awareness among the city’s residents about the importance of cleanliness. The work was praised for its relevance and public interest, earning her a very honorable mention with a score of 18.50/20. The documentary not only highlighted the unsanitary issues but also promoted eco-citizenship within the community.

Zoundi, an intern and soon-to-be graduate of ISTIC, emphasized her choice to use mooré, noting that it is vital for reaching a broader audience, especially those who have not received formal education. Her supervisor highlighted the significance of incorporating national languages into academia and media, reflecting on the global practice of producing documentaries in local languages as seen in countries like China and England.

Dr. François Issoufou Tirogo, president of the jury and a teacher at Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, commended Zoundi for her courage in choosing to work with national languages, which he believes enhances the documentary’s accessibility and impact on the local population.

This documentary marks a significant step in ISTIC’s integration of national languages into its journalism and communication curricula, following the government's push to recognize local languages as both national and official mediums of communication. The film is the second such production in mooré at ISTIC, following the broader inclusion of languages like Mooré, Dioula, and Fulfuldé in educational programs.