Zoundw©ogo: The actors implementing the civic and patriotic guidance took stock of the pilot phase on Tuesday in the presence of the High Commissioner of the Zoundw©ogo presence and the Secretary General of the Nazinon Region.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the Provincial Director of Secondary Education, Vocational and Technical Training of Zoundw©ogo, Georgette Niki©ma, invited the actors in her territorial jurisdiction involved in the implementation of civic and patriotic supervision (ECP) to amend the draft general report of the pilot phase.
This consultation framework, chaired by the High Commissioner of the province of Zoundw©ogo, Julien Ou©draogo, saw the participation of civil actors and the Defense and Security Forces, the principals of the schools involved, as well as the presence of the Secretary General of the province of Zoundw©ogo, Haoua Ou©draogo, and the president of the special delegation of Manga, B©renger Bihoun.
Speaking on behalf of the provincial authorities present, the High Commissioner commended the sense of sacrifice and patriotism demonstrated by everyone involved in the success of this pilot phase. The report concludes that the outcome was a success, with a marked qualitative improvement observed among the learners and "an exemplary climate of discipline, commitment, and collaboration" among the implementing partners.
Twenty post-primary and secondary schools were affected, with a total enrollment of 7,072 students, including 4,171 girls and 2,901 boys. The ECP (Emergency Response Plan) mobilized 155 security forces, including 9 women and 146 men. Seventy-seven personnel from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MESFPT) were involved, including 13 women. Two personnel from other ministries participated, both men, according to the report.
The report highlights numerous difficulties. The schedules and days posed problems, and there were also some cases of illness among the participants, a lack of medical personnel, and unsuitable sportswear for the trainees. The report does, however, offer some suggestions and recommendations. These include adapting schedules and days to suit different locations and extending the training duration, increasing parental involvement, improving logistical support for supervisors, providing certifications for supervisors, and ensuring the availability of healthcare personnel during the immersion period.
It is worth noting that the Ministry of Secondary, Vocational, and Technical Education initiated the ECP (Educational Career Path) program in response to the growing erosion of civic values, a decline in respect for the nation, and a distrust of authority.