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A community celebration born in Tanda, designed to grow into a regional platform for human development in Gontougo.

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Programme

One day, seven activities: the programme of the 21 November 2026 edition in Tanda.

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The 7 activities
Inter-Village Football TournamentBI-WÔRI Leadership AcademyBI-WÔRI Gontougo Youth NetworkBI-WÔRI Children's Village"Women Leaders of Gontougo" PanelBI-WÔRI Startup CompetitionBI-WÔRI Practical Workshops
21 November 2026, Tanda
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Young ambassador, entrepreneur, volunteer or village delegation: there is a place for everyone at the festival.

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BI-WÔRI is built with you

A community festival only exists through the people who commit to it. Whether you want to represent your village, grow your project or give your time, choose the path that suits you.

01Leadership Academy
02Startup competition
03Volunteering
04Village delegations
Four ways to get involved

What is your profile?

Young ambassador

You want to speak for your village and train as a leader. About the Academy

Project leader

You have a business idea and want visibility and support. About the competition

Volunteer

You want to help with hospitality, logistics or activities.

Delegation leader

You are registering your village’s team for the tournament. About the tournament

Forms

Submit your application

Each form goes directly to the team in charge of the activity. You will receive a confirmation, followed by a reply within the stated timeframe.

  • Fill in one form per person or per delegation.
  • Your data is used solely to organise the festival.
  • Registrations help us measure actual participation.

Application deadline: to be confirmed.

Application — BI-WÔRI Leadership Academy

Questions about taking part

Who can apply to the Leadership Academy?
Young people from Gontougo who wish to represent their village. Exact age and selection criteria will be published with the call for applications.
Do I need an existing business to enter the Startup competition?
No. Well-structured ideas are welcome, as are businesses already under way.
Are volunteers supported?
Arrangements (meals, uniform, certificate) will be shared with selected volunteers.
How many delegations can register?
The number of places will be set by the committee depending on the tournament format. Registrations are processed in order of receipt and validated by the committee.