Mission, Vision, and Values

Our commitment to the sustainable economic development of Burkina Faso

Represent and defend the Burkinabe private sector

The institutional mission of Burkina Faso’s employers’ association is to represent and defend the material, moral, and professional interests of its members.
Institutional Representation

Bring the voice of the private sector into decision-making bodies and national and international economic forums.

Defense of Interests

Protect and promote the legitimate interests of member companies in the face of economic and regulatory challenges.

Promotion of Development

Actively contribute to sustainable economic growth and job creation in Burkina Faso.

Carnet d’audiences du Président de la COGEF

The vision of the Burkinabè employers’ association is as follows.

« By 2029, the revitalized Burkinabè employers’ association, bringing together all private-sector stakeholders, is at the forefront of prosperity and economic sovereignty in Burkina Faso. »

Our Values

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These values should help make COGEF a “BUCHM” of intense and organized activity, abundant ideas, and social and human life for all stakeholders in the private sector.

The six (06) strategic development priorities of the Burkinabe Employers’ Association

Testimonials about our impact

Discover how COGEF is concretely transforming Burkina Faso’s economic ecosystem through the testimonials of our members and partners.

" Being a member of the Burkinabè employers’ association allows us to be informed in real time about regulatory, tax, and social developments that affect our activities. This monitoring helps us anticipate changes and make better decisions for our company. "
Achille OUEDRAOGO
Mr. Achille OUEDRAOGO
Secretary in charge of promoting youth entrepreneurship at COGEF
" By joining the employers’ association, we became part of an organization that represents the voice of businesses to public authorities. Our concerns are better heard and taken into account in discussions about the business environment. "
Yolande ZOUNDI
Ms. Yolande ZOUNDI
Secretary in charge of promoting women’s entrepreneurship
" Through the meetings, forums, and consultation frameworks organized by the Employers’ Association, we have established numerous commercial partnerships. Our professional network has expanded considerably. "
Ismael Kiswindsida
Dr Ismael BIDIGA
Secretary in charge of the liberal health professions
" The training courses, workshops, and information sessions offered by the employers’ association allow us to strengthen our teams’ skills and improve our competitiveness. "
Emmanuel NACOULMA
Mr. Emmanuel NACOULMA
Secretary in charge of the informal sector

Discover the membership requirements

Together, let us build the economic future of Burkina Faso. Your company can be part of this historic transformation.