The 2025<\/strong> edition ran from October 6 to a grand draw on November 28, offering prizes ranging from small sums to a major jackpot of FCFA20m<\/strong> (\u20ac30,500). Following the draw, the T\u00e9moin was officially accepted by the National Lottery of Niger<\/strong> (LONANI), setting the stage for the country to lead in 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n TCE’s 30th edition brought together national lotteries from the Member States of the Council of the Entente – Benin, Burkina Faso, C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, Niger and Togo – in a regional <\/strong>lottery initiative combining draws and social\u2011impact<\/strong> funding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The TCE combined national draws in each member country with a grand regional draw, allowing winners to compete first locally<\/strong>, then regionally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For 2025, TCE placed a major emphasis on social projects. An African Gambit report said: \u201cTogo\u2019s National Lottery funded youth<\/strong> and women<\/strong> entrepreneurs through TCE\u202f2025. It combined a top jackpot with funding<\/strong> for community\u2011development projects.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Togo dedicated FCFA125m (\u20ac190,500) to a medico\u2011social centre <\/strong>at the University of Kara, demonstrating how lottery revenues are linked to social projects. The report added: \u201cEach year, the host country benefits <\/strong>from a social project offered by the combined national lotteries.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n For 2026, the social project will benefit<\/strong> Niger. Hosting the TCE gives the country a unique regional spotlight<\/strong>, attracting participation from all member states and directing proceeds<\/strong> into education, healthcare and community services. It also reinforces regional cooperation, showcasing the power of coordinated governance among West African lotteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While ticket prices, prize structures and the launch date for TCE 2026 are yet to be announced, anticipation<\/strong> is high. Niger\u2019s stewardship highlights how cross\u2011border lotteries can drive economic growth<\/strong>, foster social development and strengthen regional solidarity, proving that beyond jackpots, the TCE is a cornerstone for community investment and sub\u2011regional integration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\nJackpot and social impact combined<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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