Ouagadougou news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Ouagadougou, the capital city of Burkina Faso:

Recent News

  1. Burkina Faso: 37 killed in attack on military base (Al Jazeera, March 2023) - At least 37 people were killed in an attack on a military base in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso.
  2. Ouagadougou hosts African Union summit (Africanews, February 2023) - The African Union (AU) held its 34th ordinary summit in Ouagadougou, with leaders from across the continent attending to discuss key issues.
  3. Burkina Faso: Ouagadougou residents protest against insecurity (BBC News, January 2023) - Residents of Ouagadougou took to the streets to protest against the growing insecurity in the city, which has seen a surge in attacks by armed groups.

Economy and Development

  1. Ouagadougou to host international trade fair (The Africa Report, March 2023) - The city will host the 2023 edition of the International Trade Fair of Ouagadougou, which aims to promote trade and investment in the region.
  2. Burkina Faso: Ouagadougou's new airport terminal opens (Africanews, February 2023) - The new terminal at Ouagadougou's international airport was officially opened, with the aim of improving the city's connectivity and economic development.
  3. Ouagadougou's urban development project gets funding (The New Times, January 2023) - The city's urban development project, which aims to improve infrastructure and services, has received funding from the African Development Bank.

Culture and Tourism

  1. Ouagadougou's Festival International de la Culture (FESPACO) to take place in March** (Africanews, February 2023) - The 27th edition of FESPACO, one of the largest film festivals in Africa, will take place in Ouagadougou in March.
  2. Burkina Faso: Ouagadougou's traditional markets attract tourists (The Africa Report, January 2023) - The city's traditional markets, such as the Grand Marché, are attracting more tourists, who come to experience the local culture and cuisine.
  3. Ouagadougou's new museum opens (The New Times, December 2022) - A new museum in Ouagadougou has opened, showcasing the city's history and culture.

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