When was Blaise Compaoré born?

Blaise Compaoré was born on 3 February 1951 in Ouagadougou.

What positions has Blaise Compaoré held?

Positions held by Blaise Compaoré include: Minister of National Defence of Bukina Faso (2011–2014); Chairperson of ECOWAS (2007–2008); chairperson of the Organisation of African Unity (1998–1999); Chairperson of ECOWAS (1990–1991); president of Burkina Faso (1987–2014).

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Blaise Compaoré

President of Burkina Faso from 1987 to 2014

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Blaise Compaoré is a Burkinabé politician and former military officer who served as the second president of Burkina Faso from 1987 until his government was overthrown in 2014. The longest-serving president in Burkinabé history, Compaoré previously served as the Minister of Justice from 1985 to 1987.

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Born: 3 February 1951 wd
Place of birth: Ouagadougou wd
Citizenship: Republic of Upper Volta, Burkina Faso wd
Occupation: politician, statesperson wd
Political party: Congress for Democracy and Progress (since 1996), Organization for Popular Democracy – Labour Movement (1989–1996), Union of Burkinabé Communists (1984–1989) wd
Spouse: Chantal Compaoré wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook wd

Positions held wd

Minister of National Defence of Bukina Faso (21 April 2011 – 23 November 2014)
Chairperson of ECOWAS (19 January 2007 – 19 December 2008)
chairperson of the Organisation of African Unity (8 June 1998 – 12 July 1999)
Chairperson of ECOWAS (1990–1991)
president of Burkina Faso (15 October 1987 – 31 October 2014)

Awards wd

National Order of Burkina Faso
National Order of Merit
Gold Olympic Order (1997)

Questions

When was Blaise Compaoré born?: Blaise Compaoré was born on 3 February 1951 in Ouagadougou.
What positions has Blaise Compaoré held?: Positions held by Blaise Compaoré include: Minister of National Defence of Bukina Faso (2011–2014); Chairperson of ECOWAS (2007–2008); chairperson of the Organisation of African Unity (1998–1999); Chairperson of ECOWAS (1990–1991); president of Burkina Faso (1987–2014).

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Last updated 4 November 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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