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Le Faso Digital opens its second virtual fair

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Le Faso Digital, a virtual fair devoted to Burkinabè digital innovations, runs from 17 to 24 October 2026. Its promoter, Cyriaque Paré, describes the initiative as a showcase for solutions developed in Burkina Faso.

Le Faso Digital, a virtual fair dedicated to Burkinabè digital solutions and launched by online media outlet Lefaso.net, has opened its second edition. The event runs until 24 October 2026 and aims to raise the profile of local innovations, according to Lefaso.net.

The fair is also intended to help businesses, institutions and citizens adopt these solutions. Organisers describe the initiative as a way to promote digital tools that could contribute to Burkina Faso’s resilience, Lefaso.net reports.

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