From greens to browns: Burkina Faso's eco-friendly golf course

Ouagadougou (AFP) March 20, 2023

When Burkina Faso makes the headlines these days, it's usually because of turmoil or suffering - its jihadist insurgency, repeated military coups or grinding poverty. But in one intriguing aspect, the landlocked Sahel country is at the forefront: its sole golf club is a pioneer in bringing water conservation to this thirstiest of sports. Founded in 1975, the Ouagadougou Golf Club boasts