Motorcycle club completes 3,000 km tour across west africa

A group of twenty passionate riders from Motards du Faso completed their 2026 West Africa Grand Tour after ten days and nearly 3,000 kilometers of travel. The journey began and ended in Ouagadougou, passing through Burkina Faso, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria.

The expedition was more than just an adventure—it combined sport, culture, and community outreach. Riders promoted road safety by encouraging helmet use, delivered donations to local communities, and strengthened bonds with fellow motorcyclists across the region.

On their return to the capital, the team was greeted by cheering crowds. The most memorable leg of the trip took place during the first 24 hours: departing Ouagadougou at 4:30 a.m., they arrived in Accra—over 500 kilometers away—by 3:30 a.m. the following day, including rest stops.

Strengthening regional ties through shared passion

According to Abel Aziz Konaté, president of the club, the tour was designed to honor past collaborations and foster new ones. “This initiative is part of our regional outreach, which we’ve named the Grand Tour des Motards du Faso 2026,” he explained. “It reflects our ongoing commitment to connect with fellow riders in neighboring countries who joined us during the 72 Heures des Motards du Burkina in September 2025.”

The riders, outfitted in helmets and branded jackets, traveled through varied landscapes and local traditions. “We wanted to show the world that Burkina Faso is resilient,” Konaté said. “We left Ouagadougou, crossed into Ghana via Paga, continued through Togo, and reached Benin—all to celebrate the freedom and camaraderie of the road.”

Promoting helmet use and road safety

The tour also served as a platform for road safety advocacy. Riders met with local authorities and communities to emphasize the importance of wearing helmets. “We fully support the Ministry of Security’s efforts to promote helmet use,” Konaté stated. “But safety shouldn’t rely on enforcement alone—it should become a natural habit for every road user.”

The journey ended with a renewed sense of purpose. While the engines may have gone quiet in Ouagadougou, the spirit of the adventure lives on. The club is already planning its next initiatives, with road safety and rider solidarity at the heart of everything they do.