From [incomplete text] to November 8, 2026, with the announced participation of twelve foreign countries. A total of 90 riders are expected to compete over a 1,399.970 km route divided into ten stages, according to the organizing committee.

The announcement was made on October 20 in Ouagadougou. "All invited countries have confirmed their participation in the competition,” said Issouf Sawadogo, chairman of the Tour’s technical commission and secretary-general of the Burkinabe Cycling Federation.

This edition will bring together European and African teams. Belgium will be represented by Flanders, while the Netherlands will field Universe Cycling Continental. Other foreign teams include South Africa’s Tshenolo Pro Cycling Team, Algeria’s Madar Pro Cycling Team, and Rwanda’s May Star Continental Team.

National teams from Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco, Mali, and Niger are also expected. The host country will field three teams: the national A team, the Centre regional team, and the West regional team.

In total, 18 Burkinabe riders will be part of the peloton expected for this major event on the African cycling calendar.

The route will cross eight regions of Burkina Faso: Kadiogo, Kuilsé, Nando, Bankui, Gouiriko, Nakambé, Nazinon, and Oubri. In addition to the 1,399.970 km of racing, there will be 988 km of transfers, bringing the total distance to be covered to 2,387.970 km.

The longest stage will connect Tenkodogo to Ziniaré over 167.53 km. The final stage, between Dapelgo and Ouagadougou, will be the shortest at 111.37 km, including the criterium in the capital.

The vice-president of the organizing committee, Valérie Badolo/Tapsoba, praised the authorities’ commitment to sports development and the promotion of national cycling. She particularly highlighted the role of institutional support in mobilizing young people, strengthening social cohesion, and raising Burkina Faso’s international profile.

This new edition thus aims to bring together African and international cyclists for a major sporting event while showcasing Burkina Faso’s regions.


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