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Digital transformation in Burkina Faso

Overview

Burkina Faso is undergoing a digital transformation across various sectors, including higher education, public administration, and data management.

In the higher education sector, efforts led by Brahima Konaté at Université Thomas Sankara have focused on implementing digital applications for managing human resources, finances, and student records, alongside the deployment of e-learning tools. These digital initiatives have also extended to the Ministry of Civil Service through electronic platforms for competitive examination grading.

This broader technological shift is also reflected in the evolving professional landscape, with a growing emphasis on data science and artificial intelligence. Professionals are transitioning from web development toward complex roles in data engineering, business intelligence, and the management of digital health systems.

Entities

Université Nazi Boni · Nabil Issa Barro · Gendarmerie Nationale · LeFaso.net

Timeline

  1. 21 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Nabil Issa Barro evolves from webmaster to data engineer in Burkina Faso

    Nabil Issa Barro’s career evolution from webmaster to data engineer highlights the digital transformation and the rising importance of data science and AI in Burkina Faso.

  2. 24 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brahima Konaté leads digital transformation in Burkina Faso's education sector

    Software engineer Brahima Konaté is driving the digital transformation of higher education and public administration in Burkina Faso through new digital platforms and management tools.

Sources

adess-france.fr · lefaso.net · lexpress.mg