Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Burkina Faso
Learn about religion in Burkina Faso, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions: Sahel
Engaging site containing information about the region of Africa known as the Sahel. Visit this site to learn about the people, economy, and countries of the Sahel. Country closeups detail interesting and helpful facts about animal life,...
Oxfam
Oxfam: Virtual Journey of Burkina Faso
"Welcome into my home" is the translation of the name of Burkina Faso's capital city, Ouagadougou. The country is renowned for its hospitality and now you can explore this fascinating country for yourself.
University of Iowa
Streaming Videos of Burkina Faso and Ghana
Dozens of streaming videos to view based on African art and culture. View examples of how masks are used in festivals and ceremonies, how pottery is formed and fired, art that is created for everyday living, weaving on a loom, funeral...
University of Iowa
University of Iowa: Arts and Life in Africa: People Resources
Essential information on African countries and African peoples assembled by the University of Iowa.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Burkina Faso
Learn about health in Burkina Faso via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
BBC
Bbc: Africa's Food Crisis
An in-depth article from BBC (2/06) containing maps, interviews, pictures, and news features about the causes of the African famine, and what can be done about it.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Burkina Faso: Political Map
A political map of Burkina Faso showing the provinces, major cities and highways, and neighboring countries. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Burkina Faso
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Burkina Faso, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burkina Faso: Geography
Read this article to find out about the geography, climate, wildlife, and size of Burkina Faso. From the CIA World Fact Book.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burkina Faso: Government
In this article you can read about the government of Burkina Faso, a tentative new democracy. You can find out about the recent elections, government officials, and branches of government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept....
Other
Accueil: Izf
This is a resource for Francophone African students where they can read about their countries in French. It contains links to sites of interest to all French students. Just click on the name of the country at the top of the page.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Burkina Faso
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Burkina Faso in West Africa. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are also numerous links available...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Burkinabe
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Burkinabe of Burkina Faso. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Mossi
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Mossi people of Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Burkina Faso
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Burkina Faso. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burkina Faso: Economy
A discussion of the economy of Burkina Faso, one of the world's poorest countries. Read how Burkina Faso is attempting to improve the lives of its citizens. Information is from the U.S. Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burkina Faso: Culture
Although brief, this article is packed with information about the culture of Burkina Faso. Read about the ethnic groups, their art, and religion. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Burkina Faso: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Burkina Faso in Western Africa.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Lobi Dagarti Peoples
The terms "LoDagaa" and "Lobi-Dagarti" (or Dagara) are used for a cluster of peoples situated across the frontier of Burkina Faso and Ghana. Hoe farming of cereals (sorghum, pennisetum [pearl millet], maize), together with some yams are...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Mossi
The Mossi are the most prominent ethnic group in the modern nation of Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta). They are also well known in the anthropological literature as a society with an especially high rate of labor migration to...
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Burkina Faso
This site has a large flag of Burkina Faso with a description of the flag and the coat of arms.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Burkina Faso
Visit this site to learn more about the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population Burkina Faso.
Curated OER
Map of Burkina Faso
Explore the geography, history, government and facts of Burkina Faso. Maps and current flag are included.