Burkina Faso’s sié frédéric kambou honored at the 29th prix galian

Ouagadougou recently hosted the 29th edition of the esteemed Prix Galian on Friday, June 19, 2026, a significant event that spotlighted journalistic excellence across Burkina Faso. Among the distinguished honorees was Sié Frédéric Kambou, a dedicated journalist from Burkina 24, who proudly accepted the Special Prize from the Ministry of Health in the fiercely competitive Online Press category.

This prestigious accolade recognized his compelling report, « Au Burkina Faso, la santé sort de l’ombre du privilège ! », originally published on December 26, 2025. Through meticulous fieldwork, the journalist’s investigation brought to light crucial reforms transforming the nation’s health sector. His reporting highlighted significant achievements, including a reduction in the costs of various medical examinations and the elimination of upfront deposits for dialysis sessions at public healthcare facilities.

Visibly moved upon receiving his well-deserved trophy, Sié Frédéric Kambou expressed his profound gratitude, choosing to dedicate this important recognition to his entire team and colleagues at Burkina 24.

“I am incredibly emotional to receive this award,” he stated, his voice filled with sincerity. “I dedicate it to the entire editorial team of Burkina 24 and to our chief editors who constantly inspire us. It was not an easy journey, but thankfully, I succeeded. This marks my very first award, and I am truly delighted. I encourage everyone to apply and strive for excellence in their work.”

This honor not only commends Sié Frédéric Kambou’s exemplary professionalism and rigorous approach but also celebrates the collaborative spirit and collective effort at Burkina 24. Our commitment remains steadfast in delivering high-quality, relevant information that directly addresses the concerns of Burkinabè citizens.

During the same distinguished ceremony, the coveted Super Galian 2026 was awarded to Aïcha Diombélé/Kabré from RTB Radio for her outstanding work in national languages. For Burkina 24, Sié Frédéric Kambou’s triumph stands as a fresh testament to our media’s unwavering dedication to responsible and excellent journalism, a core principle of pan-African journalism.

By adding his name to the distinguished list of Galian laureates, Sié Frédéric Kambou significantly enhances Burkina 24’s prominence within the Burkinabè media landscape. This achievement further solidifies our position as a leading source of reliable information and a key player in African news within Burkina Faso.

This valuable trophy brings the total count of Galian awards secured by our leading online media platform to an impressive 17 over its 15 years of operation. This remarkable tally doesn’t even include the approximately ten other prestigious trophies we have garnered. The journey of impactful journalism continues.