Fada N'gourma, also written Fada-Ngourma or Noungu, is a city and an important market town in eastern Burkina Faso, lying east of Ouagadougou, in the Gourmantché area. It is the capital of the East region and of Gourma province. It is known for its blanket and carpet manufacturing as well as its honey. Etymology In Hausa, Fada N'gourma means "place where one pays the tax". History The town was founded by Diaba Lompo as Bingo at the beginning of the 13th century. The French arrived at the town in January 1895 and the local Gurma ruler accepted French protection. Climate Fada N'gourma has a hot semi-arid climate (Köppen climate classification BSh). Health The city features both state and private health facilities. The city is the site of a Regional Hospital Center, the reference hospital for the East region. International relations Organizations The following international organizations have offices in Fada N'gourma: Action Against Hunger Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation Initiative: Eau Îles de Paix Gallery Notes References Populated places in the Est Region (Burkina Faso)