Chantal Compaoré (née Terrasson), First Lady of Burkina Faso

Chantal Compaoré (née Terrasson), First Lady of Burkina Faso

Chantal Compaoré, born Chantal Terrasson de Fougères, is the wife of President Blaise Compaoré of Burkina Faso since 1985. Since becoming the first lady, in 1987, she has endeavored in philanthropic ventures in Burkina Faso, and in the continent of Africa. Chantal Compaoré’s main fields of action revolve around providing assistance to women and children, as well as fighting HIV/AIDS.