Burkina Faso lottery backs Tour du Faso through CSR
LONAB’s longstanding sponsorship reflects its commitment to national cycling and the wider social role of sport.
Key takeaways:
- LONAB has committed FCFA100m (US$171,000) to the 37th Tour du Faso.
- Director general Ibrahim Ben Harouna Zarani said the sponsorship forms part of LONAB’s corporate social responsibility commitments and supports social cohesion.
- The race is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 8, 2026, with the sponsorship agreement formalised on October 23.
Burkina Faso.- Burkina Faso’s National Lottery (LONAB) has committed FCFA100m (US$171,000) to the 37th Tour du Faso, continuing its longstanding investment in national cycling through corporate social responsibility. Director general Ibrahim Ben Harouna Zarani said the sponsorship supports a competition that contributes to social cohesion, positioning the lottery’s backing as both sports support and a wider social commitment.
“For several years, we have supported the Tour du Faso to help ensure the event’s success,” Zarani said, according to Burkina24. He also praised the organisers and other stakeholders involved in preparing the race, reaffirming LONAB’s willingness to continue supporting the competition.
The 37th Tour du Faso is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 8, 2026. According to Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, the contribution was formalised in Ouagadougou on October 23, through an agreement signed by Economy and Finance Minister Dr Aboubakar Nacanabo and Sports, Youth and Employment Minister Annick Pikbougoum Ouattara.
The sports minister thanked LONAB and the Ministry of Economy and Finance for their support. She welcomed the contribution, saying the funding would help with the organisation of the race. The ministry said the contribution reflected LONAB’s commitment to supporting national cycling and helping organise the international sporting event.
