The capital of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou.

Quick Scoop

Ouagadougou is the political, economic, and cultural capital of Burkina Faso, located roughly in the center of the country. It is also the largest city, with a population of several million people and a key hub in West Africa.

Fast Facts about Ouagadougou

  • Serves as the seat of government and national institutions for Burkina Faso.
  • Functions as a major administrative and commercial center in the Sahel region.
  • Often nicknamed “Ouaga” and known internationally from news, travel content, and regional politics.

If you ever see “Wagadugu” in forums or trivia chats, they are usually talking about Ouagadougou, the same capital city.

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