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  1. Apr 10, 2024 · The country achieved independence from France in 1960 and changed its name to Burkina Faso in 1984. Repeated military coups were common in the country’s first few decades. In 1987 Blaise COMPAORE deposed the president, established a government, and ruled for 27 years.

  2. history of Burkina Faso, survey of the important events and people in the history of Burkina Faso. A landlocked country in western Africa, Burkina Faso gained independence from France in 1960 and was originally known as Upper Volta before adopting its current name in 1984.

  3. Burkina Faso. (1984present) v. t. e. The history of Burkina Faso includes the history of various kingdoms within the country, such as the Mossi kingdoms, as well as the later French colonisation of the territory and its independence as the Republic of Upper Volta in 1960. Ancient and medieval history.

  4. Jun 14, 2023 · Burkina Faso is a West African country located in the Northern Hemisphere region of the Earth. As it straddles the Prime Meridian, it has territories on both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. It borders six countries.

  5. Jan 25, 2022 · Hundreds of people in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, have been celebrating after the military seized power on Monday. The ousting of President Roch Kaboré was unsettling but not...

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    Burkina Faso achieved independence from France in 1960. Repeated military coups have been the norm for much of the country's history. Terrorism, recurring drought, food insecurity, and poverty are among Burkina Faso's ongoing problems. Geography. Area. total: 274,200 sq km. land: 273,800 sq km. water: 400 sq km. Climate.

  7. Mar 27, 2024 · Overview. Context. Strategy. Results. Partners. Burkina Faso is a low-income Sahelian country with limited natural resources. Its economy is based on agriculture and mining, particularly gold. More than 40% of the population lives below the national poverty line.

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