Ramongo: The commune of Ramongo, located in the province of Boulkiemd©, vibrated to the rhythm of the 10th edition of the 'Ramongo Day' whose apotheosis took place in a sporting manner on Saturday, March 7. Between sporting fervor, large-scale social actions and advocacy for peace, this jubilee event has celebrated ten years of citizen mobilization for the benefit of local development and national resilience.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the event was held under the theme "Security Challenges and Citizen Contribution for a Peaceful Burkina Faso." This anniversary edition lived up to all expectations. The vibrant closing ceremony was graced by the presence of Gilbert Ou©draogo, Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Government Spokesperson, and Patron of the Ceremony. Alongside him, a host of distinguished guests, including the captain of Niger's Mena, Issoufou Oumarou (sports sponsor), the comedian Poullo Talco (cultural sponsor) and Makan Mangassouba from Mali, testifying to the sub-regional dimension of the event.
For the event's promoter, Alexandre le Grand Rouamba, these ten years mark the culmination of a noble community project. Beyond entertainment, "Ralongo Day" has established itself as a true incubator of solidarity. 'The tournament allows schools to acquire equipment and, at each edition, to award scholarships to ten students up to the bachelor's level,' he explained. A dozen beneficiaries, students at IAM, even made the trip to express their gratitude to the man they now call 'the bringer of joy.'
The initiative's impact also extends to women's empowerment. Thanks to the project, cooperatives of traditional loincloth weavers have been established. According to the project's promoter, this approach aligns perfectly with the vision of the President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traor©, to make Burkina Faso a sovereign and economically independent nation.
Minister Ou©draogo emphasized that Ramongo Day represents "a grand vision for development." He believes the event is a crucial platform for promoting school sports and identifying new talent. In a context marked by security challenges, he told the youth that "everyone must play a crucial role in the return of peace. The youth of Ramongo have accomplished a remarkable mission by making sport a driving force for social cohesion and patriotism."
The social aspect of this jubilee was particularly extensive. The population benefited from free screening sessions (hypertension, hepatitis, cervical cancer); the free issuance of Burkinabe national identity cards (CNIB); food donations to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and the most vulnerable; and thematic conferences in Ramongo and Koudougou.
The highlight of the day was the football final between CEG Kamsi and CEG Bouloum-Nabyiri. In an electric atmosphere, marked by a spectacular demonstration by the "Faso Motard" association at halftime, it was ultimately the Kamsi team that won by the narrow score of 1-0. The ceremony concluded with an awards presentation consisting of cash prizes, sets of jerseys, balls, and certificates of recognition. As he closed the doors of this 10th edition, Alexandre le Grand Rouamba reiterated his wish to see the spirit of sport continue to inspire civic engagement, essential for building a united and prosperous Burkina Faso.