Nazi Boni University

Nazi Boni University (Université Nazi Boni) is a public university located in Bobo-Dioulasso, the second-largest city in Burkina Faso.

Nazi Boni University was founded in 1995 as the Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso (Université Polytechnique de Bobo-Dioulasso). It was established by the government of Burkina Faso to meet the growing demand for higher education in the country. The university initially offered programs in engineering and technology, but it has since expanded its offerings to include a wide range of disciplines.

In 2010/2011, the Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso had around 2,600 students. The university continued to grow in the following years, and in 2017, it was renamed Nazi Boni University in honor of Nazi Boni, a Burkinabé politician and diplomat who served as the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1974 to 1980.

Nazi Boni University is committed to academic excellence and to producing graduates who are ready to contribute to the development of their country and the world. The university has a strong research program, and its faculty members are involved in a variety of research projects in fields such as agriculture, health, and education.

Nazi Boni University is also committed to social responsibility and community engagement. Students and faculty members are involved in a variety of community service projects, such as providing free medical care to the poor and working to improve the lives of women and children in Burkina Faso.

Nazi Boni University is a dynamic and growing institution that is playing an important role in the development of Burkina Faso. The university is well-positioned to continue to provide high-quality education and research to its students and faculty, and to make a positive impact on the world.

Nazi Boni University is ranked as the #3 top university in Burkina Faso during 2025. The rank decreased by 1 point from last year.