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With a population of nearly 17 million, it is one of the world’s least-developed countries, and its infrastructure for tourism is limited.
12. Between 1960 and 1983, Burkina Faso experienced six coups and counter-coups.
13. Travelers should confirm their meningitis inoculation is up to date. However, if you find an error or have any questions, please contact us.
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There are also some things that might be legal in Burkina Faso, but still illegal in the United States, and you can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you buy pirated goods. The capital city, Ouagadougou, is a French adaptation of the native name “Wogodogo,” meaning “where people get honour and respect”.
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Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is prosecutable in the United States. While there have been no known terrorist incidents (bombings, hijackings, or kidnappings) directed against foreigners in Burkina Faso, it is prudent to be aware of events occurring in neighboring countries.
Burkina Faso shares a border with Mali.
Burkina Faso is a former French colony; the official language is French. Current medications recommended for malaria prophylaxis include Lariam (Mefloquin), Malarone (Atovaguone/Proguanil) and Doxcycline. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different than our own. Thieves are especially active during international meetings or events which draw large crowds to the capital.
On January 11, 2013, the Malian military launched military operations against terrorist groups that have been in control of northern Mali. Most reported incidents involve purse-snatchers, pickpockets, and street scam artists who target wallets, jewelry, cell phones, and other valuables. Roadside banditry and other violent crimes sometimes occur in Burkina Faso, especially in remote and border areas.
If a proposition looks too good to be true, it probably is. Burkina Faso has a high fertility rate, with an average of four births per woman.
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Every effort has been made to verify these facts about Burkina Faso. The country’s coat of arms depicts a horse, the national football team is nicknamed Les Etalons (“The Stallions”) and the most common surname is Ouedraogo (meaning stallion).
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26 Interesting Facts About Burkina Faso
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Home to the “African Che Guevara” and one of the world’s youngest populations, these are the most interesting facts about Burkina Faso
Fast facts
Official name: Burkina Faso
Capital city: Ouagadougou
Population: 23,042,199
Area: 273,800 sq km
Major languages: French
Time zone: UTC (GMT)
Interesting facts about Burkina Faso
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Road travel at night is especially dangerous and should be avoided.