Daramé Awa, Accountant.

For me, joking relationships allow the different ethnic groups of Burkina Faso to cultivate mutual respect.It gives us a sense of community and shows that beyond the multitude of languages, we are the same people!

Léné Kassoum, Secretary teacher.

For the Bissa that I am, joking relationship is just part of my everyday life. It brings people together, breaking barriers and taboos, leading to understanding and harmony, factors of peace. Just one warning: we must strive to avoid abuses!!!

Oubda François, computer programmer

I practise joking relationships everyday! I miss no opportunity to tease my dear slaves, the San. It took me time to know that my teacher in secondary school was practising joking relationships, when he was much more strict with me than with the other students...

Paré Amidou, teacher of mechanical engineering

I think joking relationships are a good thing. They play a powerful role in peace-keeping in Burkina Faso. I'm always at ease among the Mossi, my slaves. But I deplore some exagerations, especially during painful situations like funerals. It It is therefore important to set some limits...