Acting for climate adaptation and sustainable development of communities in Burkina Faso.

Building Resilient and
Autonomous Communities

ARFAC-Dev puts its skills at the service of urban and rural communities to face the challenges of climate change, poverty and inclusive development.

Vision

Building sustainable futures for communities worldwide

Mission

Empowering change through collaborative action

Innovation

Driving creative solutions for global challenges

Partnership

Connecting communities and resources for impact

Our Mission & Vision

"Together to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities in the face of climate change"

Urban and rural communities that are resilient, autonomous and actors in their own development.

Vision

Urban and rural communities that are resilient, autonomous and actors in their own development.

Mission

Promote research, training and advisory support for climate adaptation, sustainable natural resource management and inclusive development.

Objectives

  • Develop self-promotion initiatives for urban and rural populations.
  • Promote sustainable natural resource management to mitigate the effects of climate change.
  • Carry out economically and socially viable community projects.
  • Support youth and women's entrepreneurship.
  • Contribute to humanitarian crisis management.
  • Defend and promote human rights.
  • Contribute to addressing primary, post-primary and secondary education challenges.

Our Values

Community engagement: placing communities at the center of all our actions.
Sustainability: promoting practices that respect future generations.
Innovation: developing and sharing solutions that integrate science and local knowledge.
Climate resilience: supporting communities in adapting to the impacts of climate change.
Inclusion and equity: ensuring the active participation of women, youth, and vulnerable populations.
Partnership: collaborating with local authorities, civil society, academia, and technical and financial partners.
Transparency and accountability: ensuring responsible and rigorous management of entrusted resources.

About ARFAC-Dev

ARFAC-Dev is a Burkinabe Association created in March 2023 and based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Born from the vision of researchers, practitioners, and development actors, ARFAC-Dev mobilizes its expertise to serve urban and rural communities in addressing the pressing challenges of poverty, local governance, inclusive development, and climate change. The association promotes climate resilience, sustainable natural resource management, and local capacity building through applied research, training, advisory services, and the implementation of innovative community projects.

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Our Impact & Initiatives

Transformative projects driving sustainable change and empowering communities worldwide.

Category Diversity

Category Diversity

Exploring different categories of ARFAC-Dev activities and training programs

Conferences and Events

Conferences and Events

Moments of exchange and sharing during our community conferences

Mangodara Training

Mangodara Training

Agricultural and environmental training program in Mangodara

Niangoloko Training

Niangoloko Training

Rural development initiatives and community training in Niangoloko

Ouagadougou Training

Ouagadougou Training

Educational programs and capacity building in urban environments

Sidéradougou Training

Sidéradougou Training

Community development and sustainable training in Sidéradougou

Our Impact

Discover our work through these captured moments in the field, showing ARFAC-Dev's commitment to Burkinabè communities.

Urban Resilience to Extreme Heat (AR Fund – LOI submitted)

2026
proposed

This project targets the cities of Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, and their peri-urban municipalities to reduce vulnerability to extreme heat waves.

Objectives

  • Integrate Heat Action Plans (HAPs) into municipal policies and budgets.
  • Implement nature-based solutions: urban forestry, agroforestry corridors, shaded markets, reflective roofs, cooling shelters, and green spaces.
  • Develop demonstration sites for Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) in partnership with research institutions.
  • Pilot innovative community financing mechanisms (local funds, microcredit).
  • Strengthen the capacities of women, youth, informal workers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
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Beneficiaries

+35,000 direct beneficiaries

Pilot Agro-Sylvo-Pastoral Farm (in development, Saaba, Burkina Faso)

2025-2026
current

The Koala Agro-Sylvo-Pastoral Farm is a pilot site developed by ARFAC-Dev on a 2.3-hectare area, dedicated to demonstration and training in agroecology and climate-smart agriculture (CSA). This family land, secured by a Rural Land Property Certificate (APFR), is leased by the association to serve as a platform for experimentation, learning, and transfer of sustainable technologies.

Objectives

  • Serve as a demonstration center for agroforestry, agroecology and CSA.
  • Provide practical training to youth, women, and local producers.
  • Host students in partnership with academic institutions.
  • Promote integrated practices (agriculture, forestry, pastoralism) for a productive and resilient ecosystem.
  • Develop sustainable rural entrepreneurship and strengthen resilience to climate change.
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Beneficiaries

+300 direct beneficiaries

Local Governance (funded by The Hague Academy)

2023-2024
completed

In 2023-2024, ARFAC-Dev successfully established a partnership with The Hague Academy for Local Governance (Netherlands) under a 150,000 USD project entitled 'Inclusive Local Economic Development and Entrepreneurship in Comoé Province'. Implemented in five municipalities, this project enabled training of local authorities, cooperatives and displaced populations, promotion of women's and youth entrepreneurship, and facilitation of multi-stakeholder dialogue. Despite a fragile security context, the project was executed on time and within budget, demonstrating ARFAC-Dev's capacity to manage international funds and generate concrete community impact.

Objectives

  • Highlight local economic opportunities.
  • Promote networking between municipalities, economic actors, financial structures and NGOs.
  • Promote citizen participation in local decisions.
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Beneficiaries

+1,500 direct beneficiaries

Give Blood, Save Lives

Blood donation is a simple yet powerful act that can make a life-or-death difference for someone in need. Join us in our mission to ensure a stable blood supply for our communities.

Why Blood Donation Matters

Every day, thousands of people need blood transfusions due to accidents, surgeries, chronic illnesses, and childbirth complications. A single donation can save up to three lives. By donating blood, you become a hero to families facing medical emergencies and help strengthen healthcare resilience in our communities.

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Trusted
Partners

Building lasting relationships with organizations that share our vision for sustainable development and community impact.

The Hague Academy for Local Governance (Netherlands)

Local Health Authorities

National Blood Transfusion Center (CNTS)

INERA Institute of Environment and Agricultural Research

Ministry of Environment, Water and Sanitation

Ministry of Humanitarian Action and National Solidarity

Ministry of Basic Education, Literacy and National Languages Promotion

Ministry of Secondary Education, Vocational and Technical Training

Become a Partner

Join our network of organizations working together to create lasting positive change in communities worldwide.

Our
Organs

The ARFAC-Dev association is structured around three main organs:

Niveau 1

The General Assembly (AG)

The General Assembly is the sovereign body of the association. It defines the major orientations, amends the statutes and regulations, and gives discharge to the Executive Board.

Main Responsibilities

  • The election of members of the Executive Board and the Audit Committee;
  • The adoption of accounts and management reports;
  • The approval of the annual activity program and budget;
  • The authorization to join national or international organizations;
  • The decision on the admission, suspension or exclusion of members.
Niveau 2

The Executive Board

The Executive Board is elected by the General Assembly to implement the adopted decisions. It ensures good governance of the association and has the following main responsibilities:

Main Responsibilities

  • Ensure administrative and financial management;
  • Keep up to date the registers and official documents (members, minutes, contributions, reports);
  • Prepare and convene General Assemblies;
  • Present an annual activity report, balance sheet and preliminary budget;
  • Ensure the legal and regulatory compliance of the association.
Niveau 3

The Audit Committee

The Audit Committee ensures control of the association's financial management. It presents an annual report to the General Assembly and contributes to strengthening transparency and accountability.

Meet Our
Leadership Team

Dedicated professionals committed to sustainable development and climate adaptation in Burkina Faso.

KARA Amara photo

KARA Amara

Executive Secretary

Sociologist and social change pedagogue, expert in project and program management, Mr. KARA Amara is currently pursuing an online MBA at UNICAF University. With more than 25 years of experience, he is recognized as a change management strategist and specialist in rural and local development. He notably served for six years as President of a Local Council, thereby strengthening his understanding of local governance issues. As a researcher, project coordinator, development advisor, country representative of NGOs and founder-manager of a consulting firm, his career illustrates a rich professional trajectory marked by action-research, project and program management, as well as organizational and institutional development. Driven by the constant concern to improve living conditions, particularly those of the most vulnerable populations, he co-founded ARFAC-Dev as a unifying instrument and bridge to address the challenges of climate change, local governance and inclusive development.

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OUATTARA Balagassina

General Secretary

Mr. OUATTARA holds a Master's degree in linguistics and is currently pursuing a Master's in the same field. He has coordinated several translation and literacy projects, strengthening his expertise in communication and local governance. Trained by The Hague Academy for Local Governance (Netherlands), he coordinated the Inclusive Local Economic Development project in Comoé province, funded by international partners. He also holds an advanced leadership certificate from the Maui Haggai Institute (United States) and a certificate in migration and local authorities governance obtained in The Hague, thereby consolidating his skills in governance, leadership and community development.

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HEMA Haoua

Financial and Accounting Affairs Manager

Mrs. Hema is graduated in secretarial-accounting and has more than 20 years of experience in administrative and financial management of community organizations and cooperatives. She has worked with programs supported by Lux-Development, TRIAS and AFDI, where she ensured budget management, accounting monitoring and preparation of financial reports. She speaks French and Dioula.

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Dr. Paligwende NIKIEMA

Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development Manager

Researcher and practitioner in forestry, agroforestry, soil fertility and climate change, Dr. NIKIEMA holds a PhD in Forestry (Michigan State University, USA), a Master's in Agroforestry (KNUST, Ghana) and a Forestry Engineering diploma (IDR, Burkina Faso). He also conducted a post-doctorate (University of Manitoba, Canada) on greenhouse gas emission reduction and carbon sequestration in agroecosystem soils. With more than 30 years of experience, he has worked on agroforestry, forest inventories, soil management, statistical data analysis and spatial modeling (R, Python, ArcGIS, QGIS). He also has expertise in assessing and implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) for GHG reduction and adaptation to climate change in agriculture and forestry.

Ives Mohamed NIKIEMA

Communication & IT Officer

Mr. Ives, Computer Engineer, is responsible for developing and maintaining ARFAC-Dev's digital communication strategy, including the website, social media presence, and online project visibility. He also provides technical support for data management, reporting systems, and digital tool to enhance collaboration and outreach.

Knowledge &
Resources Hub

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ARFAC-Dev 2023-2024 Activity Report

Complete report of ARFAC-Dev activities for the year 2023-2024, including implemented projects, achieved impacts, and future perspectives.

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Policy Notes and Briefs

Collection of policy notes and briefs on sustainable development and climate adaptation issues.

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Community Testimonials

Collection of testimonials from beneficiary communities about their experience and observed impacts from ARFAC-Dev projects.

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