Burkinabè journalist Sié Frédéric Kambou wins Galian Prize for health reform report
On Friday, June 19, 2026, the 29th edition of the Galian Awards once again honored journalistic excellence in Burkina Faso, held in Ouagadougou. Among the laureates was journalist Sié Frédéric Kambou, recognized with the Special Ministry of Health Prize in the Online Press category for his groundbreaking work.
Kambou’s award-winning report, titled “Healthcare in Burkina Faso: Breaking Free from Privilege”, published on December 26, 2025, exposed critical reforms reshaping the public health sector. Through in-depth fieldwork, the piece highlighted the government’s efforts to slash medical examination costs and eliminate deposit fees for dialysis sessions in public hospitals, making essential treatments more accessible to all citizens.
Overwhelmed with emotion during the ceremony, Kambou dedicated his prize to the entire team at Burkina 24, emphasizing the collective effort behind the report’s success.
“This recognition fills me with immense joy. I share this honor with every member of the Burkina 24 newsroom and our dedicated editors who constantly push us to excel. It wasn’t an easy journey, but with perseverance, we made it happen. As my first major award, it means the world to me. I urge all journalists to strive for excellence and seize every opportunity to innovate.”
Kambou’s achievement underscores not only his personal dedication but also the high standards upheld by Burkina 24 in delivering timely, impactful journalism that resonates with the public’s needs.
The Galian Awards also conferred the 2026 Super Galian Prize to Aïcha Diombélé/Kabré of RTB Radio for her work in national languages. For Burkina 24, Kambou’s victory represents yet another milestone in its 15-year history of championing responsible, high-quality reporting in Burkina Faso.
With this accolade, Sié Frédéric Kambou further cements Burkina 24’s reputation as a leading voice in Burkinabè media, bringing the online outlet’s total Galian wins to 17 in 15 years—a testament to its unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity and public service.
