National Library of Burkina Faso

The National Library of Burkina Faso is a collection of books, documents, and research materials housed in Ouagadougou. It provides reading spaces and work areas where visitors can study and access information.

The institution was established in 1996 as a central repository for published materials from across the country. Over time it became responsible for overseeing the registration and cataloging of national publications.

The library holds books in multiple languages that reflect the linguistic diversity found across the country. You can discover works by local authors that tell the stories and experiences of Burkina Faso.

The building is located in Ouagadougou and welcomes students, researchers, and visitors. The spaces are open during business hours and provide a quiet environment for work and research.

The facility manages the country's national ISBN and ISSN system, documenting every publication produced within Burkina Faso. This makes it an essential hub for tracking national publishing activity.

Location: Ouagadougou

Inception: 1996

GPS coordinates: 12.36415,-1.53328

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23