National flag of Burkina Faso
The official name of Burkina Faso (BFA) is Republic of Burkina and consists of Red, green and yellow flag colors. The capital city of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou. Burkina Faso has the total estimated population as of 2020 is 17,322,796 or 17.3 M based on 45 states, 32 cities. The independence day is celebrated on August 5, 1960 and the founder of Burkina Faso is President Thomas Sankara.
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| Burkina Faso Flag Colors |
Red Green Yellow |
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Meaning of Burkina Faso flag colorsBurkina Faso’s flag has two horizontal lines of green and red with a yellow star in the center. The three colors signify: Red: Recent revolution in the country. Yellow: Yellow star symbolizes guidance through the revolution. Green: Fertile land and abundance in natural resources. |
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| Proportion | 2:3 |
| Proportion (decimals) | 1.5 |
| Flag Adoption Date | August 4, 1984 |
Provinces/States (45)
- Bazega
- Sissili
- Bam
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Cities (32)
- Banfora
- Bobo-Dioulasso
- Bogande
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Airports (51)
- Gourcy Airport
- Houndé Airport
- Hounde Airport
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Neighboring Countries of Burkina Faso
Benin
- Natitingou
- Ouidah
- Parakou
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Côte d'Ivoire
- Abidjan
- Aboisso
- Agboville
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Ghana
- Nkawkaw
- Obuase
- Sefwi Wiawso
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Mali
- Satadougou
- Segou
- Sikasso
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Niger
- Niamey
- Tahoua
- Tillaberi
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Togo
- Dapaong
- Kara
- Kpalime
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