World Cup broadcasts praised, but dangerous storage practices condemned

Many Burkinabè citizens are able to follow the 2026 World Cup matches thanks to the Radiodiffusion-Télévision du Burkina (RTB) Zénith. The broadcast of games, taking place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, is being celebrated as a significant achievement.

The article emphasizes that broadcasting such a major global sporting event requires considerable resources and effort. It commends the authorities for making this possible, noting that it is a rare occasion for a worldwide sports competition to be broadcast and followed live in the country. The effort is deemed worthy of recognition and praise.

In contrast to the positive news about the World Cup broadcasts, a "COUP DE GUEULE" (rant) section addresses a serious safety concern: the dangerous practice of storing hazardous products in residential courtyards. Despite awareness campaigns and even repressive measures, some individuals continue to store dangerous materials in homes, endangering others.

The article recalls a recent incident discovered by the National Coordination for the Fight Against Fraud (CNLF) in Ouagadougou, where forty detonating cords were found carefully stored in a family courtyard. This discovery is presented as merely the tip of the iceberg, with similar cases reportedly occurring throughout Ouagadougou and other parts of the country.

The author expresses dismay, stating that this behavior proves some people are willing to risk the lives of others in their pursuit of profit. The practice is described as "simply deplorable."