The TAA SIRA program held its third conference in Bamako, Mali, on November 7, 2026, focusing on collective intelligence and its role in transforming society. The event brought together participants who discussed the importance of cooperation, sharing competencies, and complementarity of talents. The conference was themed "Collective Intelligence: Alone, we move forward. Together, we transform." This theme was chosen to encourage young people to understand how combining ideas, experiences, and skills can help address environmental challenges.
The conference featured a keynote speech by Abdoulaye Yaro, an expert in strategic management, and a Grand Talk with journalist and writer Daouda Tékété. Tékété emphasized the importance of self-awareness, personal development, and affirmation of cultural identity. He encouraged young people to explore their origins, value their languages, and trust their culture. According to Tékété, a solid leadership is built on a deep understanding of one's roots and values.
The conference also included a scene open to participants and a workshop on collective intelligence. The discussions centered on the conditions necessary for the emergence of collective intelligence and the means to transform ideas into concrete actions. The program aims to accompany young people in developing their personal, human, and civic capacities. TAA SIRA, which means "the path" in Bambara, was launched in 2025 by Haby Fané, a consultant in strategic influence and communication.
The first two conferences, held at the Bamako International Conference Center, drew nearly 500 participants. The first conference focused on citizen engagement and the ability of young people to act in their community. The second conference explored personal development and self-awareness. The program has introduced a more practical approach with the TAA SIRA Games, which took place on September 26, 2026.
The TAA SIRA Games involved a selection of young people who participated in collective challenges to strengthen their cooperation, communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills. The reflections expressed during the conference inspired a work by artist Dramane Bamana, presented on the occasion of the third conference. This work illustrates the meeting between collective reflection and artistic expression.
The program's ambition is to encourage young people to go beyond isolated initiatives and design sustainable responses to the concerns of their communities. The conference highlighted the need to promote cooperation, listening, and complementarity between actors. The participants explored ways to create a collective intelligence that can drive positive change in their environment.
The TAA SIRA program has made significant progress in its mission to develop young people's leadership skills. With its focus on collective intelligence, the program is helping to build a new generation of leaders who can work together to address the challenges facing their communities. The program's impact is expected to be felt in the years to come as its graduates take on leadership roles in Mali and beyond.
Key points
- The TAA SIRA program aims to develop young people's personal, human, and civic capacities through leadership training and community engagement.
