Burkina Faso: "At Least 20 Dead" In Ouagadougou Hotel Attack Featured
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Gunmen stormed Ouagadougou's Splendid Hotel and a nearby cafe in an attack apparently involving car bombs.
There is a curfew in place throughout Ouagadougou until at least 6am local time on 16 January 2016. Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel to Burkina Faso.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all travel to the area of Burkina Faso north of the town of Boulsa, due to its proximity to the border with Mali.
There was a failed military coup on 16 September. Presidential and parliamentary elections, were held on 29 November. There could be unannounced demonstrations and strikes, and the security situation may deteriorate. You should remain vigilant and stay away from large public gatherings. The airport and land borders may be subject to closure at short notice. Monitor local media and check with your airline for more information.
There is no British Embassy in Burkina Faso. If you need consular assistance you should contact the British High Commission in Accra, Ghana.
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