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Summary of "Burkina Faso: Strategy for Accelerated Growth and Sustainable Development 2011-2015"

Core Content

The Strategy for Accelerated Growth and Sustainable Development (SCADD) is a strategic document for Burkina Faso, replacing the Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) which was in place from 2000 to 2010. SCADD aims to accelerate growth and promote sustainable development by focusing on strategic sectors and addressing the limitations of the PRSP. It is based on the outcomes of the "Burkina 2025" National Forecast Study and incorporates a participatory approach involving various stakeholders.

Main Objectives

• To achieve accelerated and pro-poor growth as a foundation for sustainable development.
• To build a modern and cohesive society through improved economic and social policies.
• To synergize economic efficiency, environmental sustainability, and social equity.
• To address the remaining challenges in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and reduce poverty.

Key Points

I. Overview of a Decade of Economic and Social Development (2000-2009)

• Economic Performance:

  • Economic growth averaged 5.2% in real terms, peaking at 8.7% in 2005.
  • GDP per capita growth was around 2%, despite a population growth rate of 3.1%.
  • Growth was driven mainly by the tertiary sector (3.1%) and primary sector (1.3%), with secondary sector (0.8%) contributing less.
  • Exports increased by 8.3% annually, reaching 10.8% in 2009.
  • The mining sector, particularly gold, saw a doubling of production from 5.8 to 14 tons in 2009, becoming the main export earner.

• Social Situation:

  • The human development index (HDI) remained low at 0.305 in 2010.
  • Progress was made in drinking water supply, healthcare, and education, especially for young girls.
  • The incidence of poverty was 43% in 2009, indicating the need for continued efforts.

• State of the Environment:

  • The country faces serious environmental challenges, including flooding and drought, which affect economic performance and social stability.

• State of Governance:

  • Governance was strengthened through political stability, decentralization, and institutional reforms.
  • There was an emphasis on participatory planning and civil society engagement.

• Regional and Local Development:

  • Regional development was a key focus, with efforts to improve infrastructure and local governance.
  • The decentralization process was actively pursued to enhance local participation and resource allocation.

• Key Lessons:

  • The PRSP had some successes but failed to significantly reduce poverty.
  • Economic growth was not sufficient to improve human development.
  • The need to focus on productive capacities and sustainable development was emphasized.

II. Strategy for Growth and Sustainable Development

• Foundations:

  • The strategy is built on the Burkina 2025 vision and PRSP lessons.
  • It emphasizes strategic sectors, infrastructure, and institutional development.

• Strategy Guidelines:

  • Focus on accelerated growth and sustainable development.
  • Prioritize human capital development, social protection, governance, and cross-cutting issues (gender, environment, etc.).

• Strategy Axes:

  1. Development of the pillars of accelerated growth:
     • Based on sector priorities, infrastructure, and institutional support.
     • Aims to integrate with sub-regional and global markets.
  2. Consolidation of human capital and social protection:
     • Focus on income and employment, technical and vocational training, and access to basic services.
  3. Strengthening governance:
     • Emphasizes economic, political, and administrative reforms.
     • Includes decentralization, judicial reform, and social dialogue.
  4. Incorporation of cross-cutting priorities:
     • Addresses gender, population, environment, and capacity building.

III. Implementation of the Strategy

• Growth Acceleration Prerequisites:

  • A macroeconomic and budgetary framework was established to guide implementation.
  • Public-private partnerships (PPP) and multi-stakeholder engagement were promoted.

• Accelerated Growth Scheme:

  • The strategy is implemented through sectoral and regional development plans.
  • It includes annual performance reports and monitoring mechanisms.

• Funding Scheme:

  • The SCADD funding plan was estimated at CFAF 46.8 billion for 2011-2015.
  • Domestic resources and official development assistance (ODA) are the main sources of financing.

• Strategy Implementation:

  • A steering committee, technical committee, and permanent unit were established to oversee the process.
  • These bodies are responsible for guidance, coordination, and day-to-day management.

• Monitoring and Evaluation:

  • A monitoring and evaluation strategy was developed to ensure accountability and transparency.
  • Dialogues, reviews, and performance assessments are central to the process.

IV. Risk Analysis

• Financial Risks:

  • The country faces budget credibility and public finance management challenges.
  • The public deficit remains a concern, though it was controlled at around 4.5% of GDP.

• Natural Conditions:

  • Climatic vulnerability and natural constraints (landlocked status) pose risks to economic stability and growth.

• Low Adherence by Actors:

  • Inconsistent implementation by various stakeholders could undermine the strategy.

• International and Regional Economic Situation:

  • External shocks such as oil price fluctuations, raw material volatility, and financial crises are potential threats to economic development.

Conclusion

SCADD represents a dynamic and participatory approach to development in Burkina Faso, aiming to synergize economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity. It is a five-year phase of the broader Burkina 2025 vision and is supported by a multi-stakeholder institutional mechanism. The strategy emphasizes strategic sectors, governance reforms, and cross-cutting priorities to achieve accelerated and sustainable growth. Despite some successes of the PRSP, the need for stronger poverty reduction and economic resilience remains, and SCADD is designed to address these challenges through coherent policies, institutional support, and community engagement.