Burkina faso bans annual big buttocks beauty contest

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Yes, it's true. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa, has banned its annual "Miss Cotonou" beauty pageant, also known as the "Big Buttocks" contest, due to concerns over its cultural and moral implications.

The contest, which was held annually in the capital city of Ouagadougou, was known for its emphasis on physical appearance, particularly the size and shape of the contestants' buttocks. The event was criticized by many for promoting a culture of objectification and sexualization of women.

In a statement, the government of Burkina Faso said that the contest was "contrary to the values of modesty and dignity" and that it was "not in line with the country's cultural and moral values."

The decision to ban the contest was welcomed by many in the country, who saw it as a step towards promoting a more positive and respectful image of women.

It's worth noting that this is not the first time that a beauty pageant has been banned in Africa. In 2014, the Miss World pageant was banned in Nigeria after the country's president, Goodluck Jonathan, expressed concerns over the contest's "negative impact on the culture and values of the country."

Overall, the ban on the "Big Buttocks" contest in Burkina Faso is a positive step towards promoting a more respectful and dignified image of women in the country.