Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa with a population of around 22 million people (2023), is a developing market with growing potential—especially in agriculture, mining, and consumer goods. Situated near major trade corridors connecting Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and Mali, Burkina Faso offers strategic access to both regional and cross-border markets.

For businesses exploring expansion, Burkina Faso shows steady demand for imported goods. Key imports include machinery, vehicles, food staples, pharmaceuticals, construction materials, chemicals, and electrical equipment—creating opportunities for suppliers across diverse industries.

Why finding the right channels matters

• Ouagadougou, the capital and main commercial center, is the primary gateway for trade—hosting most importers, wholesalers, and growing modern retail networks.
• Regional trade hubs like Bobo-Dioulasso, Koudougou, and Banfora play key roles in distributing goods across the country and into neighboring regions.
• Being landlocked, Burkina Faso relies on established trade routes via Abidjan, Lome, and Tema, making logistics-savvy partners essential for efficient market entry.

Teaming up with distributors who understand Burkina Faso’s regulatory landscape, import logistics, and consumer preferences is crucial. Partnerships with supermarkets, agro-dealers, pharmacies, and building-supply chains help ensure effective product placement and penetration across urban and rural markets.

How SCA‑Partner Can Support You in Burkina Faso

• Provide updated market data and economic insights
• Guide exporting to and importing from Burkina Faso
• Assist with investment and business incorporation
• Support local manufacturing, assembly, or contract production
• Aid with trademark registration and intellectual property protection
• Offer practical advice on policy, taxation, and procedures
• Locate and vet distributors, wholesalers, and retail buyers within Burkina Faso

Local Support in Africa

SCA‑Partner, based in Nairobi, Kenya, with a network of experts across 54 African countries, delivers:

• In-depth market analysis & tailored entry strategy
• Local partner identification & vetting
• On-the-ground marketing and sales representation

Expanding into Burkina Faso—or broader Africa? You need a reliable, on-the-ground local partner.

That’s where we come in.

👉 Visit us at: www.scapartner.com