There are 22 extremely high-risk areas in Burkina Faso, namely: Province of Bam, Province of Bava, Province of Comoa, Province of Niania, Province of Gourma, Province of Konedogu, Province of Commonwealth, Province of Confucius, Province of Corsica, Province of Curbelogo, Province of Loruum, Province of Namentanga, Province of Naira, Province of Udaland, Province of Samantha, Province of Seno, Province of Sum, Province of Suru, Province of Tapu, Province of Tuoy, Province of Akha, Province of Yatenga. The Embassy in China in Burkina Faso once again warns Chinese citizens not to visit the above areas, and has local personnel and institutions evacuated as soon as possible or transferred to the safe area.

As the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays are approaching, the Chinese Embassy in Burkina Faso reminds Chinese-funded institutions and Chinese citizens in Burkina Faso to strengthen safety precautions, adhere to legal operations and pay attention to disease prevention.

In China, citizens should pay close attention to the security situation, attach great importance to the security warning of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, insist on "do not go to the country, do not go to the country, do not go to the country".In case of an emergency, please promptly call the police and contact the Chinese embassy in Burkina Faso under the premise of ensuring their own safety.

Two, adhere to legal operation. All kinds of enterprises investing in Burundi should abide by local laws and regulations, respect local folk customs, and not participate in illegal prospecting and gold mining activities. Note that since July 2025, Burkina Faso has strictly implemented the "plastic ban". Illegal production, import, sale, and storage of disposable plastic packaging bags can be sentenced to imprisonment and high fines.

Third, pay attention to the prevention of malaria. Recently, it is still the high malaria season, it is recommended to do well to eliminate mosquitoes and avoid staying in a lot of mosquitoes.

Burkina Faso Police Telephone: 17

Foreign Ministry Global Consular Protection and Emergency Service Hotline (24 hours): +86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308

Consular Protection and Assistance of the Embassy in Burkina Faso: +226-71319116

Chinese Embassy in Burkina Faso