Burkina Faso’s Minister for Industry, Commerce and Crafts, Serge Gnaidem Poda, has commended Ghanaian artisans for the quality, creativity and diversity of their works showcased at the 18th International Arts and Handicraft Trade Show of Ouagadougou (SIAO 2026).Mr Poda expressed his admiration during a visit to the Ghana Village Pavilion on Monday, November 2, 2026, ahead of Ghana Day celebrations scheduled for Tuesday, November 3.The visit provided an opportunity for the Burkinabe minister to appreciate Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and the craftsmanship of local artisans featured at the international exhibition.Accompanied by officials from his ministry and traditional rulers, Mr Poda was received at the pavilion by Ghana’s Ambassador to Burkina Faso, Kenneth Akibate.The Ambassador highlighted the significance of Ghana’s participation in the exhibition, which provides an international platform to showcase the country’s traditional crafts, cultural identity and creative industry.Mr Poda was particularly impressed by the range of Ghanaian artefacts and crafts on display, describing them as a reflection of the country’s cultural richness and the ingenuity of its artisans.Earlier, Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, had encouraged participants and visitors at SIAO 2026 to explore the Ghana Village Pavilion.In her address, she urged visitors to experience Ghana’s unique cultural identity through its traditional crafts and artefacts.