| Product Code: ETC5024752 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Burkina Faso continued to heavily rely on coal imports, with top suppliers being Togo, China, Benin, Ghana, and Kuwait. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market. Despite a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 33.96% from 2020 to 2024, there was a notable decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -27.19%. This shifting trend suggests potential market challenges or changes in demand dynamics that could impact future coal mining import shipments to Burkina Faso.

The coal mining market in Burkina Faso is characterized by limited exploration and extraction activities. The country`s coal reserves are underutilized due to infrastructural and investment challenges. The market is also impacted by regulatory and environmental concerns, which can pose barriers to new mining projects. To stimulate growth, there is a need for increased investment in mining technology, better regulatory frameworks, and improved infrastructure to facilitate coal extraction and processing.
The coal mining market in Burkina Faso is driven by the country`s efforts to boost its domestic energy production and reduce dependence on imported energy sources. The discovery of coal reserves and the government`s focus on resource exploitation for energy security and economic growth are key factors driving the market. Investments in mining technology and infrastructure, as well as favorable regulatory frameworks, also contribute to the development of the coal mining sector. Additionally, increasing industrial demand for coal as a raw material supports market expansion.
The coal mining market in Burkina Faso encounters challenges related to environmental impact and regulatory compliance. Mining operations can lead to deforestation, soil degradation, and water pollution, which are major concerns for local communities and regulatory bodies. Additionally, there is a need for significant investment in modern mining technologies and practices to improve efficiency and safety.
The coal mining market in Burkina Faso is subject to a range of government policies designed to regulate and oversee mining activities. The government has established regulations to ensure that coal mining operations comply with environmental standards and safety requirements. These policies include licensing and monitoring processes, environmental impact assessments, and land reclamation requirements. The government also aims to attract investment in the mining sector while ensuring that operations are sustainable and that the local communities benefit from mining activities.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Overview |
3.1 Burkina Faso Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Mining Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Trends |
6 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Segmentations |
6.1 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market, By Mining Technology |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Surface Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Strip Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Auger Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Open-pit Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Mountain Removal Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Underground Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Longwall Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Longwall Mining, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermal Power Generation, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel Manufacturing, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement Manufacturing, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Opportunity Assessment, By Mining Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Burkina Faso Coal Mining Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |