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Article: Africa's Cannes. (Burkina Faso)
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- African Business
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- December 1, 1996
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Thinking of taking a trip to West Africa? Then don't think any further than Burkina Faso which boasts some of the most friendly people in the region and is host to three of the largest festivals in Africa, including the Ouagadougou Film Festival. For a taste of Cannes Africa style, you cannot beat Burkina Faso.
Burkina Faso may not be the most obvious tourist destination but this land-locked Sahalian nation attracts growing numbers of visitors thanks to the warmth of its people and three big biannual festivals, including Africa's most prestigious film festival, FESPACO. Heavily francophone in focus, the 10-day festival is held in Ouagadougou and includes increasing ...