#Burkina Faso
Hunger in Central Sahel Rising at Alarming Rate as Conflict Intensifies
Nearly 5 million people are expected to be pushed into hunger by June, according to the UN. Read more
Children Suffer as Violence Surges in Sahel: UNICEF
Abductions, recruitment as child soldiers, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse are common. Read more
Almost 500,000 People in Burkina Faso Don’t Have Access to Food, Healthcare, and Education
Armed conflicts that have swept through some parts of West Africa are having a devastating impact. Read more
Burkina Faso Facing 'Unprecedented' Food Emergency, UN Warns
The West African country is suffering from growing hunger, instability, and displacement. Read more
Violence Sparks First Major Humanitarian Crisis in Burkina Faso
Since the start of 2019, an average of 1,000 people have fled their homes every day. Read more
Nearly Half a Million Children Aren't in School in Africa's Sahel Region
Almost 2,000 schools have been closed in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. Read more
This Student Helped Raise $64K for Girls' Education in Burkina Faso
High schoolers sold items and partnered with local restaurants to give children a chance to learn. Read more
Tens of Millions Fear Losing Their Homes or Land in the Next Five Years
Many fear they'll lose their homes because of land rights and gender discriminatory policies. Read more