The final of the vacationers' tournament was held in Lissô, Boffa prefecture, on October 5, 2026. The event was presided over by Ahmed Kanté, general administrator of AGB2A-GIC. The competition, organized by the Lissô municipality in partnership with the Boffa football district, featured a final match between N'Dantary and Touba. N'Dantary won the tournament with a goal scored by its captain, Ousmane Bangoura, just before halftime.
The tournament was supported by AGB2A-GIC, which provided financial assistance, jerseys, the trophy, and several rewards. The competition was named after Ahmed Kanté to recognize his commitment to the local youth, particularly through job creation and projected investments. Lissô Mayor Alpha Issiaga Camara expressed his desire for the tournament to become an annual event and requested support for basic social infrastructure and accompaniment for young people and women in their economic initiatives.
Ahmed Kanté called on the population to preserve peace, social cohesion, and community living. He also announced an initiative in favor of education, with over 20 schools in Boffa and Tormelin, in the Fria prefecture, set to receive school supplies. This initiative is part of the company's commitments to the communities affected by its mining activities, particularly in terms of support and training.
The final match served as a meeting point for the population, local authorities, and the company. Through its support for the tournament and announced social initiatives, AGB2A-GIC aims to strengthen its accompaniment of local communities. The Lissô authorities hope to make this competition a sustainable event for promoting grassroots football and social cohesion.
The tournament's winner, N'Dantary, was awarded the Ahmed Kanté Trophy. Captain Ousmane Bangoura was also named the tournament's top scorer. The competition was a success, with a significant presence of supporters from several districts.
The event was a demonstration of the partnership between the Lissô municipality, the Boffa football district, and AGB2A-GIC. The company's involvement in the tournament and its social initiatives reflects its commitment to the local community. The authorities and population have welcomed this initiative, which aims to promote youth development and community living.
The Boffa-Lissô vacationers' tournament has become an important event in the region, promoting football and community cohesion. The competition's success and the involvement of AGB2A-GIC have set a positive precedent for future collaborations between local authorities, companies, and communities.
Key points
- AGB2A-GIC supported the tournament through financial assistance and provision of materials.
- The tournament was named after Ahmed Kanté to recognize his commitment to the local youth.
- N'Dantary won the tournament with a goal scored by its captain, Ousmane Bangoura.
