Burkina Faso (officially Burkina Faso) is an independent country located in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 24,070,553 people, it ranks #58 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 272,967 km² (#76 globally), with a population density of 88 people per km². The capital city is Ouagadougou. The official language is French.
Key Facts
Population
24,070,553
#58 world ranking
Area
272,967 km²
#76 world ranking
Population Density
88/km²
Capital
Ouagadougou
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
6
neighboring countries
Languages
- French— see all countries
Currency
- West African CFA franc (Fr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (6)
Ghana
Ivory Coast
Niger
Mali
Benin
TogoCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Burkina Faso?
The capital of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou.
What is the population of Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso has a population of 24,070,553 people, ranking #58 in the world by population.
How big is Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso covers an area of 272,967 km², ranking #76 in the world by area. The population density is 88 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Burkina Faso?
The official languages of Burkina Faso are: French.
What is the currency of Burkina Faso?
The currency of Burkina Faso is West African CFA franc (Fr).
What countries border Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso shares borders with 6 countries: Ghana, Ivory Coast, Niger, Mali, Benin, Togo.