Burkina Faso: Palenfo Nahondomo, King of Cassava

Couscous, tô, gari, tapioca, atiéké… There are many ways to enjoy cassava tubers, and even its leaves are edible. Thanks to the cultivation of this vital plant for food self-sufficiency, Palenfo Nahondomo became a millionaire farmer in Burkina Faso. He later diversified into maize, rice, millet, and certified seed production. This story is featured in Réussite, a show co-produced by Canal+ and Galaxie Africa (formerly Jeune Afrique Group), airing every first Saturday of the month on Canal+ in Africa and A+ in France.