What can you tell me about etymology of Burkina Faso? 
 The words 'Burkina' and 'Faso' both stem from different languages spoken in the country. Burkina means upright while Faso means fatherland. Would you like more information on etymology of Burkina Faso? 
 Yes please? 
 Formerly called the Republic of Upper Volta, the country was renamed Burkina Faso on August 4, 1984 by then-President Thomas Sankara. People from Burkina Faso are called Burkinabe (pronounced burr-KEE-na-bay). 
 Do you have more information on Burkina Faso's name history? 
 The French colony of Upper Volta was named for its location on the upper courses of the Volta River (the Black, Red, and White Volta). 
 Thanks. What can you tell me about government and politics? 
 The 1991 constitution created a bicameral parliament but the upper house (Chamber of Representatives) was abolished in 2002. 
 Thanks. What else can you tell me about the constitution of Burkina Faso? 
 The constitution of 2 June 1991 established a semi-presidential government; its parliament could be dissolved by the President of the Republic, who was to be elected for a term of seven years. 
 What other information do have on the President? 
 In the 2010 Presidential elections, President Compaore' was re-elected.
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