Youth unemployment in Burkina Faso reaches 52 percent as a group of young women trains to become auto mechanics in Ouagadougou.
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Youth unemployment in Burkina Faso reaches 52 percent as a group of young women trains to become auto mechanics in Ouagadougou.
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In Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, a group of young women trains to become auto mechanics at a local school. As they approach graduation, they confront societal expectations and personal ambitions amid a backdrop of political change. Directed by Theresa Traoré Dahlberg, the film follows these classmates as they support one another through challenges and moments of joy. Their stories intertwine with reflections on Burkina Faso's turbulent history, revealing the courage required to pursue their dreams in a country where youth unemployment reaches 52 percent.
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- Meet aspiring auto mechanics in Burkina Faso.
- Follow the lives of young women facing societal limits.
- See how sisterhood supports personal dreams.
Did You Know
- Youth unemployment in Burkina Faso is at 52 percent.
- The film's director is Theresa Traore Dahlberg.
- The documentary has a duration of 82 minutes.
- The film was produced in seven countries: BF, QA, NL, FI, FR, SE, ZA.
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Who directed the documentary Ouaga Girls?
Ouaga Girls was directed by Theresa Traoré Dahlberg.
What is the youth unemployment rate in Burkina Faso as depicted in Ouaga Girls?
The youth unemployment rate in Burkina Faso is 52 percent.
What profession are the young women in Ouaga Girls training for?
The young women in Ouaga Girls are training to become auto mechanics.
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