Boussouma

Boussouma was a Mossi kingdom in Sandbondtenga, around Boussouma and Mané. Its dynasty traced its descent to Ouédraogo and Yennenga, ancestors of the Mossi ruling houses.

Its ruler, the naba, was independent of the Mogho Naaba of Ouagadougou. In the eighteenth century the Mossi kingdoms grew in economic and military power. At Korsimoro, the old capital, a council enthroned new rulers; the town held royal tombs and a royal market. Canton and village chiefs pledged allegiance at annual festivals such as Naab Kitoiga, when the royal regalia were displayed.