Alert: U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Location:  Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 

Event:  Air traffic controller strikes affecting Burkina Faso ended yesterday, September 24, 2022 Reportedly, the strike may begin again in ten days, on or about October 4, 2022.  Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA) is open, and some international and regional flights have resumed. 

Actions to Take: 

  • Contact your airline for flight status information.  
  • Monitor local media for updates.

Assistance: