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  1. en.wikipedia.org

    Iron production occurred in regions near Douroula at least as far back as the 8th century BC and was widely practiced across the region by the 5th century BC. [1] Furnaces, mines, and surrounding dwellings dating from this time period are found across the country. Recent archeological discoveries at Bura in southwest Niger and in adjacent southwest Burkina Faso have documented the existence of ...
  2. britannica.com

    7 days agohistory 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.The capital, Ouagadougou, is also the country's largest city and has been the cultural centre of the region since it ...
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  4. ourhistory.org.uk

    Jul 31, 2024The history of Burkina Faso, formerly known as Upper Volta, is a testament to the resilience and tenacity of its people, who have weathered centuries of external control and internal challenges to forge a path toward self-determination and nationhood. Pre-Colonial Period. Before the advent of European colonisation, the region that is now ...
  5. worldofhistorycheatsheet.com

    Jul 9, 2024The history of Burkina Faso is rich and complex, encompassing ancient civilizations, colonial rule, and the establishment of a modern nation-state. Ancient and Medieval Periods Early Inhabitants: The area now known as Burkina Faso has been inhabited for thousands of years, with evidence of human settlements dating back to the Neolithic period.
  6. populartimelines.com

    Burkina Faso, a landlocked West African nation formerly known as the Republic of Upper Volta, spans 274,223 sq km. ... History of Burkina Faso in Timeline. ... This year marked the beginning of a period where a significant portion of Burkina Faso's population, particularly children, suffered from stunted growth due to persistent food insecurity
  7. en.wikipedia.org

    Burkina Faso [a] is a landlocked country in West Africa, [6] bordered by Mali to the northwest, Niger to the northeast, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Ivory Coast to the southwest. It covers an area of 274,223 km 2 (105,878 sq mi). In 2021, the country had an estimated population of approximately 23,674,480. [14] Previously called the Republic of Upper Volta (1958 ...
  8. en.wikipedia.org

    History of Burkina Faso by period (4 C) ... Burkina Faso history-related lists (1 C, 5 P) A. Archaeology of Burkina Faso (1 C) D. Defunct organisations based in Burkina Faso (2 C, 1 P) E. Historical events in Burkina Faso (11 C) O. History of Ouagadougou (1 C, 2 P) R. Lists of rulers of Mossi states (10 P) S.
  9. mapsofworld.com

    The history of Burkina Faso Africa was dominated by the Mossi people before the French people arrived in the country. The Mossi people had put up the Mossi kingdom at the basin of the Volta Rivers during the period of 1500. The French people arrived in Burkina Faso during the period of 1896. At that time the empire of the Mossi died and ...
  10. earth-site.co.uk

    May 21, 2024Under Compaoré's rule, Burkina Faso experienced a period of relative stability and economic growth, but also faced allegations of human rights abuses and corruption. ... Burkina Faso's history is a complex tapestry of political struggles, social movements, and economic challenges. Understanding this history is crucial in order to ...
  11. historycentral.com

    Until the end of the 19th century, the history of Burkina Faso was dominated by the empire-building Mossi, who are believed to have come from central or eastern Africa sometime in the 11th century. ... 1970, the Voltans ratified a new constitution that established a 4-year transition period toward complete civilian rule. Lamizana remained in ...

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  1. History of Burkina Faso

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    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. Wikipedia

    CapitalOuagadougou
    CurrencyWest African CFA franc
    AnthemUne Seule Nuit / Ditanyè
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