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Burkina Faso
Land of Upright People
Overview
A landlocked West African nation known for its lively film festival (FESPACO), traditional mask ceremonies, and resilient communities in the Sahel region.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Western Africa
Land Area
272,967 km²
Capital
Ouagadougou
Languages
French
Currencies
West African CFA franc (Fr)
At a Glance
32
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
37
Freedom
41
Security
19
Life Expectancy
62.3 yrs
Median Age
17.3 yrs
Urbanization
33%
Cost Index
34
Housing Index
10
Healthcare Access
45/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.8°C
Average AQI
38
Most Temperate Cities
1 Province de l’Oudalan 28.7°C
2 Province du Soum 28.7°C
3 Province du Séno 28.6°C
4 Province du Yagha 28.6°C
5 Province du Namentenga 28.4°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Province de l’Oudalan 38 AQI
2 Zorgo 38 AQI
3 Salanso 38 AQI
4 Fada N'gourma 38 AQI
5 Province de la Komandjoari 38 AQI
Cities
Province de l’Oudalan Zorgo Salanso Fada N'gourma Province de la Komandjoari Province des Balé Kadiogo Province Ouagadougou Province du Houet Bobo-Dioulasso Province du Sanmatenga Province du Boulgou
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 34
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 10
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 27.50%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 3/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 2/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 55 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 35
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 4.01% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 54 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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