Fada N’Gourma, Eastern Region – Siaka Ouattara, Secretary General of the Eastern region, inaugurated the eighth edition of the School Week of Citizenship Education (SeSECi) 2023 on November 27 at Yendabri regional vocational high school in Fada N’Gourma.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the event occurs amidst rising concerns over drug offenses and school violence. From 2018 to 2022, 789 students were arrested for drug-related offenses. The event also highlighted the increasing frequency of violence in schools, with 1,074 cases reported in primary schools and 5,168 cases in post-primary and secondary schools between 2019 and 2021.
Despite government efforts, schools continue to face challenges such as social unrest and boycotts of educational activities. Ouattara emphasized the crucial role of families in child education and the need for parental and supervisory collaboration to address these societal issues. SeSECi 2023, running from November 27 to December 1, focuses on promoting citizenship and engagement in schools, particularly in the context of the current security and humanitarian crisis.