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Where Does Your 5×1000 Go?

22/03/2025, Bambini nel Deserto

Have you ever wondered where your 5×1000 goes? We ask ourselves this question often… but fortunately, we can answer with certainty: your contribution turns into tangible aid, into real projects that change the lives of thousands of people in Africa. Every signature on the tax return represents a well dug, a school built, a […]

TroisE is Ethical, Fair, and Ethnic – fabrics that tell stories, gestures that change lives.

27/02/2025, Bambini nel Deserto

TroisE is the showcase of Bambini nel Deserto dedicated to high-quality items, made with authentic African fabrics and offered in exchange for a donation. Each TroisE item is born from the combination of the value and originality of the materials and the creativity of design, blending tradition and innovation. Why TroisE in French?The name TroisE […]

Bonjour tantie!!

02/11/2024, Redazione BnD

Today is Bruna’s birthday (we won’t say her age, because it seems unbelievable in the face of her boundless vitality). We want to send her, in the heart of Africa, our warmest embrace and gratitude. For ten years now, Bruna has spent her time from August to January in Burkina Faso, starting the school year […]

Massacre of Farmers in the Sahel: The Stalemate of Military Governments

10/09/2024, Redazione BnD

The decision to withdraw French troops, made by Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger after a long and unsuccessful intervention, was supposed to mark the beginning of a new era for these countries led by military regimes. However, the results have fallen far short of expectations.

The Forest Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for the Planet’s Future

30/08/2024, Luca Iotti

Key Terminology: Deforestation, Forest Degradation, and Deforestation Let’s start with a brief explanation of some fundamental concepts; “deforestation” simply refers to the removal of trees and plants, which can range from management activities to actual destruction of forested areas. “Deforestation,” on the other hand, has a more negative connotation: it refers to deforestation when the […]

The Niger: River of Life and Challenges in the Heart of the Sahel

03/08/2024, Luca Iotti

The Niger River, a lifeline for millions in West Africa, flows through a region full of challenges. In Mali and Niger, two Sahelian countries grappling with jihadist threats and adverse climate conditions, the river remains a constant source of sustenance and hope. The once-thriving ecosystem of the Niger’s inner delta, an area comparable in […]

Book Donation in Burkina Faso: Celebrations at the Moguéya School

25/07/2024, Bambini nel Deserto

In Moguéya, in a time marked by profound difficulties for Burkina Faso, a small yet significant gesture of solidarity becomes an occasion for celebration.

Second delivery of food supplies to Nagreongo

22/07/2024, Bambini nel Deserto

The S.O.S. Refugees Project in Burkina Faso, funded by the Tavolo 8×1000 of the Waldensian Church, continues to help Burkinabè refugees, victims of terrorism. Burkina Faso is one of the countries with the highest number of internally displaced persons due to terrorism. The country faces severe radicalization from various groups, leading to increased attacks by […]

International Day of Cooperatives: A Moment of Celebration and Reflection

06/07/2024, Luca Iotti

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Cooperatives, a special occasion that holds particular significance for us.