One of the world’s least developed countries, Burkina Faso’s population is set to double in the next 20 years. Starting in 1975 with support for a general census, UNFPA has assisted national partners in developing capacities to generate and use population data to devise appropriate policies and programmes and extend reproductive health services, including for adolescents. Current programmes target the need for universal access to sexual and reproductive health, including family planning, reducing maternal mortality, and advocating to increase gender equality.
Population aged 0-14
Population aged 15-64
Population aged 65+
Births attended by skilled health personnel
CPR any method
Unmet need
Child marriage by age 18
| Key Indicators | ||
|---|---|---|
| Population size, female age 15-49 (in thousands), 2012 | ||
| Prevalence of FGM among women 15-49 (%) | ||
| Prevalence of FGM among girls 15-19 (%) | ||
| Ethnic group with the highest prevalence in the country (%) | ||
| Existence of national policies and laws banning FGM; Year passed | ||
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