Physical Geography of Burkina Faso

Mossi Plateau

Central and northern region; flat, elevated terrain (300–500 m), fertile soils, agricultural hub for millet, sorghum, maize.

Gondo Bend (Boucle du Mouhoun)

Northwestern loop of the Mouhoun (Black Volta) River; fertile, diverse vegetation and wildlife; supports irrigation and fishing.

Gourma Region

Eastern semi-arid zone; savanna grasslands, rocky outcrops; nomadic herding communities practice transhumance.

Sudano-Sahelian Zone

Transitional ecological zone across north, central, east; mix of grasslands, shrubs, trees; wet and dry seasons support varied agriculture.

W Park (W National Park)

Southwestern UNESCO World Heritage Site; savannas, wetlands, forests; rich wildlife including lions, elephants, antelopes, birds.

Volta River System

Part of the Volta Basin (Africa's fourth largest). Main rivers: Mouhoun (Black Volta), Nakambé (White Volta), Pendjari (Oti). Vital for irrigation, hydroelectric power, ecosystems.

Climate

Tropical with distinct wet (June–October) and dry (November–May) seasons; high temperatures year-round (35–40°C average highs).

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