Our Services

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COGEF supports its members through a full range of services tailored to the needs of Burkina Faso’s private sector. Discover our solutions to help grow your business.

A complete support package for your success

For more than 50 years, COGEF has been developing recognized expertise in supporting the private sector. Our services are organized around 9 strategic areas of activity to meet all of our members’ needs.

Information & Documentation

Our information and documentation center is your preferred resource for staying informed about developments in the business world. We collect, analyze, and disseminate the strategic information necessary for decision-making.

Regulatory and legal monitoring

Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments affecting businesses

Sector newsletters

Periodic analyses by industry sector and market trends

Economic Database

Statistics, indicators and benchmark data on the Burkinabe economy

Specialized documentation

Technical resource library and practical guides

Training

Our training programs meet the specific needs of the Burkinabe private sector. We offer training tailored to the current and future challenges of businesses, delivered by recognized experts.

Recognized Certifications

Our training programs are awarded certificates recognized by international partners and can be valued in a professional context.

Digital Transformation

E-commerce, digital marketing, digital tools

Financial Management

Accounting, management control, financial analysis

Human Resources

Management, Recruitment, and HR Development

International Trade

Exports, customs procedures, foreign markets

Representation & lobbying

COGEF is the voice of the Burkinabe private sector with public authorities and international partners. We defend the interests of our members and actively take part in shaping economic policy.

Public-Private Dialogue

Participation in government consultation bodies and structural reforms

International Representation

Participation in regional and international forums (WAEMU, ECOWAS, IPU, IOC)

Sectoral Advocacy

Defense of sector-specific interests before the technical ministries

Integrity

• Participation in the development of the new Investment Code • Influence on tax reforms favorable to SMEs • Simplification of administrative procedures • Improvement of the business climate (Doing Business)

Conducting Studies and Surveys

Our expertise in economic research enables us to conduct in-depth studies of industry sectors, the business climate, and market trends. These analyses guide the strategic decisions of our members.

Sector Studies

• Analysis of competitiveness by sector • Study of value chains • Diagnosis of sector-specific constraints • Identification of growth opportunities

Economic Investigations

• Monthly economic conditions barometer • Annual employment survey • Business climate survey • Impact studies of reforms

Assistance, Advice, and Guidance for Members

Our experts personally support each member in their procedures and projects. From strategic advice to technical assistance, we put our expertise at the service of your company’s success.

Administrative Assistance

Accompagnement dans les démarches administratives, fiscales et sociales

Strategic Advice

Orientation dans les choix stratégiques et développement d’entreprise

Legal Support

Business law, employment law, and sector-specific regulatory advice

Fundraising and Partnerships

We facilitate our members’ access to financing opportunities and develop strategic partnerships to support the growth of Burkinabe businesses.

Commercial banks
Microfinance Institutions
Investment Funds
International Lenders
Venture Capital
Crowdfunding

Strategic Partnerships

• Connecting with technical partners
• Facilitating joint ventures
• Developing business partnerships
• Access to international markets

Collective Bargaining Agreement Negotiations

COGEF represents employers in the development and revision of sectoral collective agreements. We ensure that these regulatory texts reflect economic realities and the capacities of businesses while guaranteeing fair working conditions.

Elaboration of Conventions

Participation à la rédaction de nouvelles conventions collectives sectorielles adaptées aux spécificités de chaque branche d’activité

Revision and Updating

Regular updating of existing agreements to take account of changes in the labor market and the economic context

Employer representation

Defense of employers’ interests during tripartite negotiations with the Government and trade union organizations

Benefit from all our services

Access all of our support services. More than 1,200 companies already trust us.