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People and Society of Burkina Faso
Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Burkina Faso.
Demographic Profile
Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.
- Nationality
- Burkinabe (singular and plural)
- Ethnic Groups
- Mossi over 40%, Gurunsi, Senufo, Lobi, Bobo, Mande, Fulani
- Population
- 22,674,514
- Population in Major Urban Areas
- OUAGADOUGOU (capital) 2.053 million
In-Depth People and Society Profile
Health, education, religion, languages, notable people, and society — available to members.
Medical facilities and emergency hospital care are very limited and of poor quality, particularly in areas outside of Ouagadougou. Emergency response services, such as ambulances, are in very short supply, poorly equipped, and in many regions simply nonexistent. Some medicines are available through local pharmacies, though supplies can be limited and quality is inconsistent. Travelers requiring specific medicines should bring an adequate supply for the duration of their stay in Burkina Faso.