Ouagadougou Livestock Market Thrives Before Tabaski Festival

Ouagadougou's Tanghin Livestock Market Bustles Ahead of Tabaski Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The Tanghin livestock market is abuzz with activity as Burkina Faso prepares for the upcoming Tabaski festival. The market, a key economic hub during this time, showcases a wide variety of sheep, with prices ranging from 300,000 to 550,000 CFA francs. A reporter from Burkina24 captured the lively atmosphere, interviewing both vendors and customers. "The Tabaski is approaching, and the atmosphere in the markets is electric," said the reporter, Aurelle Kiendrebeogo. "Sheep are everywhere, customers are haggling, and vendors are busy." One vendor, interviewed by Burkina24, explained the challenges of dealing with itinerant vendors who sometimes undermine the established market. A customer, Hassane Ouédraogo, noted that while prices were somewhat higher than the previous year, they were still relatively affordable. The video concludes with a wish for everyone to find a sheep for their family, highlighting the importance of the festival and the community spirit surrounding it. The report underscores the economic significance of the event and the human stories behind the preparations for Tabaski.