Category: Lifestyle

The claim that Burkina Faso has achieved near-total cereal self-sufficiency sounds impressive on paper, but anyone walking through the markets of Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, or the country’s rural heartlands will find that reality tells a very different story. While government reports celebrate record harvests and abundant supply, the average Burkinabè family faces a harsh truth: a single bag of maize, millet, or sorghum is now priced beyond reach, turning everyday meals into a painful financial balancing act. When statistics collide with daily life Official declarations of food abundance often rely on…

Adama Konaté est vendeur de bicyclettes importées de France, des États-Unis, d’Angleterre, du Canada et de Chine. Mais au nouveau marché de Médine, il ne se contente pas du simple commerce des deux-roues, il répare et fait le montage de nouvelles montures à deux roues. En plus des vélos, le commerçant vend beaucoup d’autres articles, tels les accessoires de véhicules sont aussi vendus sur la place «Diguèbakonona» du nouveau marché de Médine où on peut acquérir également certains équipements agricoles difficiles à trouver ailleurs. Lire aussi : Bamako: au marché…

Adama Konaté has spent nearly three decades mastering the art of bicycle repair and assembly in Bamako. His workshop at the new Médine market is a hub for imported two-wheelers from France, the United States, England, Canada, and China. Beyond sales, he transforms these vehicles into custom rides, meeting the diverse needs of his customers. The market’s Diguèbakonona section is a treasure trove for more than just bicycles. Here, vehicle accessories and hard-to-find farming equipment are traded alongside two-wheelers. From ploughs to hoes, the market caters to farmers preparing for…

A subtle transformation is redefining social hierarchies among young women in Chad. From the vibrant markets to the more affluent districts of N’Djamena, a new visual language is taking hold, driven by global social media trends. Today, the image of a “modern woman” is increasingly defined by elegance, social outings, and, most importantly, the possession of high-value status symbols: designer apparel, high-end cosmetics, and premium smartphones—specifically the latest iPhone models. The smartphone as a digital signature In everyday life, mobile devices have transcended their role as mere communication tools to…