"Economie des médias" is a comprehensive academic book that addresses the development and challenges of the media landscape in Burkina Faso. The author, Mahamoudou Ouedraogo, explores the beginnings of the Burkinabè press, which was heavily influenced by foreign factors, and discusses the necessity of investments and financial support to strengthen the local media industry. The book analyzes the complex relationships between public service and economic demands that have accompanied the media since its inception. It raises the question of whether Burkina Faso can sustainably operate a variety of media and what role external funding sources play in this context. With 320 pages, this work provides a solid foundation for understanding the economic aspects of media in a changing societal context.

• Analyzes the development of media in Burkina Faso since its beginnings
• Examines the role of investments and external funding sources for the media landscape
• Discusses the balance between public service and the economic demands of the media.