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Burkina Faso

Shopping in Burkina Faso

  1. A

    Nuance

    It's hard to beat this boutique for its combination of eclectic African art, textiles, clothing and carvings, all at reasonable (and fixed) prices. It supports local artists with occasional exhibitions, and its setting back from the street lends it a tranquil air.

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  2. B

    Centre National d'Artisanat et d'Art

    Profits here go directly to the artisan and although the quality of the products is mixed, take time to look over the bronze statues, wooden sculptures and colourful batiks, for there are some gems among the standard items you'll find elsewhere.

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  3. Village Artisanal de Ouaga

    This government-run co-operative has, arguably, the widest range of products - clothing, textiles, leatherwork, painting, wood- and metal-carving, and jewellery - and is ideal for getting a fix on prices and quality without the hard sell.

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  4. Centre de Formation Feminine Artisanale

    Embroidered tablecloths and napkins, and woven rugs are the speciality of this women's cooperative, which is in Gounghin, off the road to Bobo-Dioulasso on the western outskirts of town.

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  5. Zaka Boutique

    This fine boutique showcases African textiles, as well as a few carvings, homeware and jewellery, in a low-key setting. Prices are fixed and surprisingly reasonable.

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  6. C

    Librairie Diacfa

    Not as well-stocked as its Ouagadougou counterpart, but it has a small selection of newspapers, postcards, books and stationery.

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  7. D

    Sortilèges

    If you love wood carvings, you'll love this small, but high quality, place with price tags to match.

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  8. E

    Librairie Diacfa

    Sells a wide range of magazines and newspapers - including a few in English - and stationery items.

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  9. F

    Marina Market

    Ideal for stocking up for long bus or train rides, Marina Market has a good range of grocery items.

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  10. G

    Bobo Art

    One small shop that stands out for its variety of masks, statues and light sales-pitch is Bobo Art.

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