TRAVEL & TEACH ENGLISH IN BURKINA FASO

Burkina Faso - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Do not travel to Burkina Faso due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.

Teaching English in Burkina Faso offers a unique and rewarding experience in one of West Africa's most culturally rich nations. Known for its vibrant music, art, and warm hospitality, Burkina Faso provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of eager learners. While the country faces economic challenges, the demand for English teachers is growing, particularly in urban areas like Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso. Teaching positions often focus on empowering students and professionals to connect with global opportunities. With its low cost of living, immersive cultural experiences, and the chance to explore its stunning landscapes and traditions, Burkina Faso is a destination that offers both professional fulfillment and personal growth. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa, is predominantly characterized by a vast savanna plateau with flat to undulating plains. The terrain gradually rises towards the northwest where the highest point, Ténakourou, reaches 749 meters (2,457 feet). Several rivers traverse the landscape, including the Black Volta, White Volta, and Red Volta, which give the country its former name, Upper Volta. The climate is primarily tropical, with a distinct rainy season from May/June to September and a dry season marked by the Harmattan, a hot, dry wind from the Sahara. The vegetation varies from grasslands in the north to sparse forests and fruit trees in the south, reflecting the transition from the Sahel region in the north to the Sudan-Sahel and Sudan-Guinea zones in the south.

U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou Secteur 53, Ouaga 2000Avenue Sembène Ousmane, Rue 15.873Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Telephone
+(226) 25-49-53-00
Emergency
+(226) 25-49-53-00
Fax
(226) 25-49-56-23
Email
OuagaACS@state.gov
Website
https://bf.usembassy.gov/