Fada N'gourma facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Fada N'gourma Noungu
City
Entrance to the market in Fada N'Gourma
Fada N'gourma Location in Burkina Faso
Country	Burkina Faso
Region	Est Region
Province	Gourma Province
Department	Fada N'Gourma Department
Incorporated	1970
Area
• Total	36 km2 (14 sq mi)
Elevation	294 m (965 ft)
Population  (2019 census)
• Total	73,200
Time zone	UTC+0 (GMT)

Fada N'gourma is a lively city in eastern Burkina Faso. It is also known as Fada-Ngourma or Noungu. The city is about 219 kilometers (136 miles) east of Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso.

Fada N'gourma is an important market town. It is located in the Gourmantché area. The city is the capital of the Est Region and Gourma Province. It is also where the king of the Gurma lives. The city is famous for making blankets and carpets. It is also well-known for producing delicious honey.

What Does the Name Fada N'gourma Mean?

The name Fada N'gourma comes from the Hausa language. It means "home of the chief of Gourma." It can also mean "the place where people pay taxes."

A Look at Fada N'gourma's History

Fada N'gourma has a long history. It was first founded in the early 1200s. A person named Diaba Lompo started the town. Back then, it was called Bingo.

In the 1500s and 1600s, Fada N'gourma was the capital of a Gourmantché state. This state often fought with the Songhai Empire. French explorers arrived in the town in January 1895. The local Gurma ruler agreed to be protected by the French.

Fada N'gourma's Climate

Fada N'gourma has a hot semi-arid climate. This means it is generally hot and dry. The city gets some rain, but not a lot.

International Connections

Fada N'gourma works with many international groups. These groups help with different projects in the city.

Organizations Helping Fada N'gourma

Several international organizations have offices here:

• Action Against Hunger
• Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation
• Initiative: Eau
• Îles de Paix

Sister Cities Around the World

Fada N'gourma has "sister city" relationships with other cities. This means they share cultures and ideas.

Gallery

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  Main street in Fada N'gourma

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  Beehives in Fada N'gourma

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  Market in Fada N'gourma

See also

In Spanish: Fada N'Gourma para niños