Ouagadougou Partnership Roundtable Discusses Family Planning in Francophone West Africa

The Ouagadougou Partnership held a ministerial roundtable in New York on September 24, 2026. The discussion focused on protecting progress and advancing family planning across Francophone West Africa. The partnership, which includes Niger, Senegal, Benin, Guinea, and Mauritania, emphasized the need for stronger national leadership, regional cooperation, and sustainable financing to maintain gains in the region.

The roundtable highlighted that while millions of women in Francophone West Africa have gained the ability to shape their futures, these gains remain fragile. The focus on sustainable financing and regional cooperation addresses the long-term public health and demographic needs of the participating nations.