Burkina Faso and chad forge strategic mining alliance with landmark agreement

The memorandum of understanding was signed on Friday in Ouagadougou by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Energy, Mines and Quarries, Yacouba Zabré Gouba, and Chad’s Minister of Mines and Geology, Ndolenodji Alixe Naïmbaye.

The announcement was made public on Saturday by Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Energy, Mines and Quarries.

According to the ministry’s statement, the agreement represents a “strategic turning point” for both nations as they seek to strengthen their economic ties and accelerate the modernization of their mining industries.

The memorandum focuses on the exchange of technical expertise, training, and best practices to improve regulatory frameworks and promote sustainable resource extraction.

Officials from both countries emphasized that the agreement is rooted in the principles of mutual benefit and solidarity, with a strong emphasis on building institutional capacity and promoting environmentally responsible mining operations.

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to harnessing our mineral wealth for the development of our nations and the well-being of our people,” Minister Gouba stated during the signing ceremony.

Minister Naïmbaye echoed the sentiment, noting that the collaboration would create new avenues for investment and technological exchange.

“Through this memorandum, we aim to foster a more integrated and efficient approach to managing our mineral resources,” she said.

The deal also highlights growing momentum behind African-led development solutions, as countries across the continent increasingly turn to regional cooperation to unlock the full potential of their natural assets.

As both Burkina Faso and Chad look to diversify their economies and reduce dependency on traditional sectors, this new alliance could serve as a model for broader economic integration and innovation in Africa’s extractive industries.