Ouagadougou
West Africa, Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso
People from Ouagadougou are called:
Male/General:
Ouagalais
Pronunciation:
/ˌwɑːɡəˈduːɡuː/
Etymology & Origin
From Mooré 'Wogodogo', meaning 'where people get honor and respect', later corrupted by French colonizers.
About Ouagadougou
- Capital and largest city of Burkina Faso in the center of the country.
- Major cultural center hosting the biennial FESPACO film festival.
- Important hub for the Sahel region's politics and commerce.
- Center of traditional crafts including bronze casting and textile weaving.
- Home to the University of Ouagadougou and several regional organizations.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 2,415,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Burkina Faso
- Region:
- West Africa