Burkina Faso Expands Peace Ambassador Network
Ougadougou, Burkina Faso – A celebration of the International Day of Peace took place at the Dieudonné Event Hall in Ouagadougou on October 25, 2026, organized by UPF-Burkina Faso. The several hundred participants included political leaders, religious leaders, traditional authorities, women, youth, defense and security forces, and Ambassadors for Peace.
Following the presentation of the program by the MC, all participants joined in singing the national anthem. This was followed by prayers offered by representatives of different religious traditions, including Christian, Muslim and traditional religious leaders.
The program continued with musical performances, followed by a welcome address delivered by Sheikh Maliki Ouedraogo, an Ambassador for Peace and social affairs advisor of UPF-BF.
The opening address was delivered by the event's patron, representing the chairman of the Board of Directors, H.E. Basile Poda. The secretary general of UPF-Burkina Faso, Mr. Thomas Diarra, subsequently delivered a presentation, including an overview of UPF and its global mission; the history and development of UPF in Burkina Faso; and an introduction to the Five Universal Principles promoted by UPF as foundations for building a culture of peace.
The highlight of the event was the induction ceremony of new Ambassadors for Peace, which took place before the closing messages of congratulations and appreciation.
The newly appointed Ambassadors for Peace represented various sectors of society, including religious leaders, traditional authorities and community leaders, business leaders and entrepreneurs, defense and security forces, men and women actively engaged in civil society and community development.
A total of 317 new Ambassadors for Peace were officially welcomed into the UPF network, significantly expanding its outreach and strengthening its presence within Burkinabe society.
By Mr. Thomas Diarra, Secretary General, UPF-Burkina Faso October 25, 2026
