The second edition of the Tour Motard du Burkina (TMB) is scheduled to take place from November 14-21, 2026. The event aims to promote national tourism and culture, road safety, and showcase the country's hidden gems. During the eight-day adventure, participants will travel 1,580 km across various regions of Burkina Faso, visiting cities such as Manga, Léo, Gaoua, Bobo-Dioulasso, Dédougou, Koudougou, and Ouahigouya.
The event has garnered significant interest, with 287 participants already registered on the event's platform. Organizers aim to have at least 320 motorized participants. According to Mahamadou Savadogo, president of the organizing committee, the TMB is about discovering Burkina Faso in a unique way, experiencing its cultures, and meeting its people. The event will feature courtesy visits to administrative authorities, meetings with traditional and customary leaders, and visits to tourist sites.
The program also includes road safety awareness initiatives, focusing on helmet use, code of conduct, and civics. Participants will be engaged in HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) prevention efforts. A solidarity aspect will be highlighted through the distribution of school kits to national orphans and musical events to foster exchanges with local communities.
Adama Ouédraogo, president of West Coast Adventure, stated that the Tour Motard du Burkina aims to showcase the country's resilience and tourism potential. The event seeks to promote domestic tourism and share a common passion for motorcycles. The initiative also targets attracting motorcyclists from abroad, with participants from Senegal, France, and South Africa expected to join.
The event features nine officially recognized motorcycle clubs in Burkina Faso, working towards establishing a federation to engage with authorities and address concerns. The partnership with Faso Tourisme, under the Ministry of Communication, supports the event's objectives and promotes national heritage.
The Tour Motard du Burkina embodies a distinct motorcycle culture that values camaraderie, mutual respect, and discipline. According to the president of the Burkina Faso female motorcyclist club, being a motorcyclist is not limited to owning a bike but rather a way of life built on shared passion and values.
As the event approaches, excitement is building among participants and organizers alike. With its unique blend of adventure, cultural exchange, and solidarity, the Tour Motard du Burkina is poised to leave a lasting impact on Burkina Faso's tourism landscape.
Key points
- The Tour Motard du Burkina will feature 287 registered participants and aims to have at least 320 motorized participants.
- The event will cover a distance of 1,580 km across various regions of Burkina Faso.
- The Tour Motard du Burkina aims to promote national tourism, road safety, and showcase the country's cultural heritage.
