The contribution of sports federations to economic growth in Burkina Faso

Résumé

This article analyzes the contribution of sports federations to economic growth in Burkina Faso using an econometric model based on cross-sectional data covering the 2008–2022 period. The findings reveal that the organization of high-level championships (CHN), investments made by sports federations (logdIPFédé), and the availability of sports infrastructure (logninfrast) have a positive and statistically significant impact on economic growth. Conversely, athletic performance—measured by the number of medals won—exerts a negative, though moderate, effect on economic growth.

These results highlight the urgent need to reorient national sports policies towards sustainable investment, the economic valorization of competitions, and the territorial integration of infrastructure. It is crucial for the State and sports federations to forge strategic partnerships with the private sector, strengthen their managerial capacities, and adopt inclusive and sustainable economic models.

Keywords: sports federations, economic Growth, econometric modeling, high-level championships, Burkina Faso