burkina faso

Tue, 05 May 2026 00:40:14 +0000

, Burkina Faso announced its exit from ECOWAS and was suspended from the African Union, after it helped form the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). Formerly the Republic of Upper. Burkina Faso, landlocked country in western Africa. The country occupies an extensive plateau, and its geography is characterized by a savanna that is grassy in the north and gradually. Provides an overview of Burkina Faso, including key dates and facts about this West African nation. Stay on top of Burkina Faso latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeeras fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps.