Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, personally observed the significant efficacy of Burkina Faso’s new e-verbalisation system for road traffic infractions, merely twelve hours following its official activation. The automated system, designed to detect violations of the Highway Code, commenced operations precisely at midnight on August 1, 2026. By midday, Minister Sana was present at the video protection supervision center, monitoring the real-time processing of data alongside Zakaria Hebie, the Director General of Transmissions and Information Technology.

Commending the technical teams for their exceptional professionalism, the Minister highlighted their indispensable contribution to implementing this groundbreaking digital solution. Within its initial twelve hours of operation, the system meticulously registered 1,099 distinct traffic violations. These included common infractions such as drivers not wearing seatbelts, failing to obey traffic signals, exceeding posted speed limits, and using mobile phones while operating a vehicle. Notably, five individuals who committed these offenses promptly settled their fines through the dedicated FASO ARZEKA platform.

Mahamadou Sana unequivocally stated that these impressive preliminary figures not only affirm the system’s full operational capability but also underscore the government’s steadfast commitment to leveraging digital technologies for enhanced road safety across the nation. The Ministry further emphasized that strict adherence to the Highway Code remains the most effective method for motorists to avoid penalties and ensure a safer environment for all road users.