Burkina Faso’s National Lottery (LONAB) has donated FCFA100m (US$171,000) to the 37th Tour du Faso keeping with its longtime commitment to national cycling through corporate social responsibility.
According to Director General Ibrahim Ben Harouna Zarani, the sponsorship promotes a competition that fosters social cohesion, presenting the lottery’s assistance as both a wider social commitment and sports support.
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The dates of the 37th Tour du Faso are set for October 30–November 8, 2026. The contribution was formalized in Ouagadougou on October 23 through an agreement signed by Sports, Youth and Employment Minister Annick Pikbougoum Ouattara and Economy and Finance Minister Dr. Aboubakar Nacanabo.
The Minister of Sports expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Economy and Finance and LONAB for their assistance. She expressed gratitude for the donation, stating that it would help in the race’s organization. According to the ministry, the donation demonstrated LONAB’s dedication to promoting national cycling and assisting in the planning of the international athletic event.
