VOICED : Burkina Vista: Cuban music thrives in the bars of Ouagadougou

The video explores the vibrant influence of Cuban music in Wagadu, highlighting the legendary Buena Vista Social Club and local bands like Bob Seger's Fasso elites. It delves into the legacy of Thomas Sankara, Burkina Faso's former president, who was a key figure in anti-imperialist and Pan-Africanist movements. Sankara's era saw strong cultural and political ties with Cuba, fostering exchanges in education, politics, and music. Sankara, a musician himself, contributed to the Afro-Cuban music scene. The video concludes with a commemoration of Sankara's death, celebrating his intertwined legacy in music and politics.

What is the connection between Cuban music and the capital Wagadu, US?

• Wagadu is a city in Cuba.

• Cuban music is banned in Wagadu.

• Wagadu is the birthplace of Cuban music.

• Cuban music is played every weekend in Wagadu.

What was Thomas Sankara's nickname?

• The Cuban Leader

• The African Che Guevara

• The African Lion

• The Pan Africanist

During Sankara's leadership, what was a significant cultural exchange between Cuba and Burkina Faso?

• Cuban architecture was replicated in Burkina Faso.

• Burkina Faso adopted the Cuban language.

• Many Cubans traveled to Burkina Faso as political advisors, soldiers, doctors, and musicians.

• Cuban food was introduced in Burkina Faso.

What was Thomas Sankara's role in music before his presidency?

• He was a music critic.

• He was a famous singer.

• He was a music producer.

• He played in a band called Missile Orchestra.

How did Thomas Sankara and his collaborators influence music in Burkina Faso?

• They banned all foreign music.

• They created a fusion of Afro-Cuban rhythms.

• They focused solely on traditional Burkinabe music.

• They introduced rock music.