Boulsa
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| Boulsa | |
|---|---|
| Provincial Capital | |
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  Boulsa | |
| Coordinates: 12°40′N 0°35′W / 12.667°N 0.583°W | |
| Country |
 Burkina Faso |
| Region | Centre-Nord |
| Province | Namentenga |
| Elevation | 305 m (1,001 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 20,875 |
| Time zone | GMT (UTC+0) |
Boulsa is the capital of Namentenga Province in Burkina Faso. It is predominantly Mossi with small populations of Fula and Gulmanche peoples. It is host to a regional office for Plan International.
Religion
The main religions are Islam, Catholicism and Protestantism (Assemblies of God). Animism is pervacive.
Education
Le Lycée Provincial de Boulsa is the main high school catering to approximately 1300 students (2008). The Collège d'Ensignment Technique Professionnelle de Boulsa, Collège Gues-Wende and a Catholic CEG also provide 6ème through 3ème. There are also several primary schools.
Market
Market day occurs every three days regardless of the day of the week.
References
Coordinates: 12°40′N 0°35′W / 12.667°N 0.583°W
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