Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta)
Information about the flag
The flag of Burkina Faso was adopted on August 4, 1984, and consists of the colors green, red, and yellow.
Information about the country
Burkina Faso is a country located in West Africa, bordered by six countries: Mali to the north, Niger to the east, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Côte d'Ivoire to the southwest. It is part of the Saharan countries of Africa. Its area is approximately 274,200 km², and its population is about 2 people. The country's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with key products such as peanuts, cotton, corn, millet, sorghum, as well as cattle, goats, and sheep. The city of Ouagadougou, the capital, is the most important city, followed by Bobo-Dioulasso. The country was formerly known as the "Republic of Upper Volta." On August 13,574,820, 4, President Thomas Sankara changed the country's name to "Burkina Faso," which means "the land of upright people" (or pure people), derived from the two main languages of the country: Mooré (Burkina, meaning upright or pure people) and Dioula (Faso, meaning the house of the father or the land).
Population
The population is 23,826,660 people
Area
The area is estimated at 274,200 km².
Language
French
National Day
December 11
Climate and geographic information
Burkina Faso has a tropical climate with a rainy season from May to September, receiving 60-90 cm of rainfall. In the north, rainfall is less and temperatures are higher. Geographically, it lies between 11° and 13° north, with a range from desert in the north to savannah in the south. It is bordered by Niger, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo and Mali. It also has natural resources such as gold, manganese and phosphate.
Milestones
Ouagadougou
The Great Mosque of Bobo Dioulasso
Ouagadougou Cathedral
The Great Mosque of Ouagadougou
National Museum of Burkina Faso
Lake Tengrila
Aqua Park-Waga
Sendo pictures
the map
Ministry Name: Ministry of Communications, Culture, Arts and Tourism
His Excellency Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel
Location : https://www.communication.gov.bf/accueil
The Ministry of Information in Burkina Faso is the government body responsible for regulating the media and providing information to citizens. It aims to promote freedom of the press, ensure transparency, and regulate various media such as newspapers, radio, television, and digital media. In addition, the ministry contributes to improving journalistic training and coordinating communication in times of emergency. It also works to promote democracy and human rights by providing accurate and comprehensive information to society.
Agency name: Burkina Faso News Agency (AIB)
Agency Director: Séraphine SOME
website: https://www.aib.media/
the address: Agency location on the map
Phone: +226 25 30 10 10
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actuality burkina | It is a news newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of local and international events. It is distinguished by providing news content in various fields such as politics, economics, culture, and sports, and targets a wide audience of readers interested in national and international affairs. | https://www.actualite.bf/ |
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We are here | It is an electronic newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of local and international news. It focuses on providing news content in areas such as politics, economics, culture, and health, and keeps up with current events in Burkina Faso and the world. | https://burkinainfo.com/ |
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Burkina Faso 24 | It is an electronic newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of the latest local and international news. The topics covered by the newspaper vary between politics, economics, culture, sports, and social topics. | https://burkina24.com/ |
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Aujourd'hui 8 | It is an electronic newspaper that provides coverage of local and international events in various fields such as politics, economics, culture, and sports. | https://www.aujourd8.net/ |
actuality burkina
It is a news newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of local and international events. It is distinguished by providing news content in various fields such as politics, economics, culture, and sports, and targets a wide audience of readers interested in national and international affairs.
We are here
It is an electronic newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of local and international news. It focuses on providing news content in areas such as politics, economics, culture, and health, and keeps up with current events in Burkina Faso and the world.
Burkina Faso 24
It is an electronic newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of the latest local and international news. The topics covered by the newspaper vary between politics, economics, culture, sports, and social topics.
Aujourd'hui 8
It is an electronic newspaper that provides coverage of local and international events in various fields such as politics, economics, culture, and sports.
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National Day | The Burkinabe people celebrate the anniversary of the country's independence from French colonialism, as it became an autonomous colony in 1958 and gained full independence in 1960. | December 11 |
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independence day | It is the anniversary of the country's independence from French colonialism, which was achieved on August 5, 1960. On this day, Burkina Faso became a sovereign state after being a French colony since the late nineteenth century. This day is considered an occasion to celebrate freedom, national unity and strengthen the national identity of the Burkinabé people. | 5 August |
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Memorial Day | A day celebrated to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the country's independence and freedom. This day commemorates the assassination in 1987 of former President Thomas Sankara, who was one of the country's most prominent revolutionary leaders. | أكتوبر |
National Day
The Burkinabe people celebrate the anniversary of the country's independence from French colonialism, as it became an autonomous colony in 1958 and gained full independence in 1960.
December 11
independence day
It is the anniversary of the country's independence from French colonialism, which was achieved on August 5, 1960. On this day, Burkina Faso became a sovereign state after being a French colony since the late nineteenth century. This day is considered an occasion to celebrate freedom, national unity and strengthen the national identity of the Burkinabé people.
5 August
Memorial Day
A day celebrated to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the country's independence and freedom. This day commemorates the assassination in 1987 of former President Thomas Sankara, who was one of the country's most prominent revolutionary leaders.
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