# Blood donation initiatives in Burkina Faso

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/blood-donation-initiatives-in-burkina-faso
> Updated: 2026-10-17T22:06:23.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In Ouagadougou, journalists participating in a voluntary patriotic immersion program organized a blood donation drive in collaboration with the National Blood Transfusion Center (CNTS). The initiative sought to bolster supplies for patients, specifically addressing needs related to malaria, pregnant women, children, and wounded individuals within the current security context. Participants described the drive as a practical application of solidarity and patriotism.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Blood donation drives held in France and Burkina Faso

Blood donation drives in France and Burkina Faso successfully collected dozens of units to bolster medical reserves and promote community solidarity.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/blood-donation-drives-held-in-france-and-burkina-faso

### 2026-09-21: Journalists in Burkina Faso organize blood donation drive

Journalists in Burkina Faso organized a blood donation drive in Ouagadougou to support medical facilities and demonstrate patriotic solidarity following their training at the Police Academy.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/journalists-in-burkina-faso-organize-blood-donation-drive

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