Tenkodogo: The National Land Coordination Authority (ANCF), in collaboration with the General Directorate of Industrial Development (DGDI), conducted a prospecting mission in Tenkodogo to identify and secure a 50-hectare site intended to host a future industrial zone in the Nakambe region. The initiative is in line with the instructions from the President of Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, who has committed to establishing industrial zones across all regions to bolster local production and processing.
According to Burkina Information Agency, ANCF technical secretary Sibiri Hebie clarified that the Tenkodogo site is already included in the master development plan, though it is partially occupied by homes and farms. “Measures are underway to accelerate the compensation process and establish a reception framework for the affected populations,” he explained.
Jules Ido, head of department at the DGDI, mentioned that the national industrialization strategy, adopted in 2019, aims to establish industrial zones in all regions. “The choice of sectors will depend on local potential. For Nakambe, the agro-industrial option is the most appropriate,” he emphasized.
Regional Trade Director Inoussa Ouedraogo underscored the region’s agricultural assets, noting that “The Bagre plain already has more than 27 rice processing units. Peanuts and tomatoes, also produced in large quantities, represent other opportunities. The industrial zone, once operational, could encourage the installation of larger processing units.”
Regional director of urban planning and housing, Assami Birba, indicated that 22 hectares have already been mobilized, but constraints remain. “The population is waiting for compensation and resettlement. However, they have expressed their willingness to support the project,” he said.
The Tenkodogo mission is part of a national exploration program set to continue in other regions. The subsequent steps will involve developing detailed plans, securing financing, issuing land titles, and carrying out development work. The future industrial zone of Tenkodogo is expected to enhance the promotion of local agricultural production and contribute to the economic development of Nakambe.