Mouhoun: On the occasion of International Women's Day, women from the commune of Tch©riba, in the Mouhoun province, expressed their views on the new directions given by the authorities for the commemoration of this date. Balancing an understanding of the national context with an attachment to festive traditions, they shared their opinions and expectations.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the celebration of March 8 in the locality was traditionally marked by community gatherings and festive activities, often attended by officials from D©dougou. However, due to the security situation and new directives from authorities, the focus has shifted towards more meaningful and empowering actions for women.

Sita Koumar©/Dao, a potter in Tch©riba, expressed that the current situation in the country is not suitable for large-scale celebrations. She emphasized that security and the return of peace are essential before considering more festive celebrations in the future.

Ramata Go/D©m©, also a potter, believes that March 8th remains a significant day for women to feel valued. She suggested that the celebration could include symbolic gestures, such as men helping with household chores and women contributing to cooking, to mark the occasion.

Ms. Dao appreciated the new directives encouraging more meaningful activities. She proposed that women could visit their husbands' workplaces to carry out sanitation activities, viewing this initiative as more beneficial than traditional festivities.

In addition, a mission from the Bureau of Mines and Geology of Burkina Faso (BUMIGEB), on their way to D©dougou, visited the local potters' workshops. Alain Somda from BUMIGEB stated that the visit aimed to support these women and promote their artisanal work, which deserves recognition beyond national borders.

Minata Traor©, a sesame seller at Tch©riba station, views March 8th as a day of rest for women, offering them a chance to relax and express themselves freely. She believes this date should provide an opportunity for women to take a break from their daily routines.

Ultimately, although the celebration was more subdued than in previous years, the women of Tch©riba understood the reasons behind this approach. They expressed regret over the absence of commemorative fabrics and hope for a more inclusive organization in the future, one that better highlights the role of women in society.