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7 days, 100km/day, 49,000ft. Fun, sweat & tears in aid of life-changing work in Burundi! What? When? Who? How? Why? Get ready for the experience of a lifetime!

You already know the what and the why, but let’s get some of these other questions out of the way! The 2021 Tour is going to take place in the month of June, more specifically starting Sunday, May 18th, stretching over the next 7 days, covering 416 miles (670 km), climbing 49,000 ft of elevation and coming into contact with thousands and thousands of Burundians as we travel all across this tiny country. This year, our riders will be hailing from the UK, US, Canada, and Burundi! There are a small number of us living and working in-country, and we’ll be having the rest of our team fly in on May 14th to join us. We are businessmen, NGO country directors, medical professionals, police officers, students, fathers, brothers, sons! There are over 20 of us getting ready to throw our bikes in a box, board a plane and set off to Burundi this coming spring! Burundi is one of the poorest, hungriest, least developed, most densely populated in the world. That being said, the roads we will be navigating are outstanding! We will have a lead bus paving the way for us, and a trailing vehicle guarding our rear ends. We will be experiencing some of the most scenic and incredible riding possible, so we’ll have to try and keep our heads up when we’re slogging it up a mountain!

01/01/2026

May you have a truly blessed year in 2026!

30/12/2025

In the hills of Muzinda, two dedicated Scripture Union volunteers, Ernest Ndayizeye and Jean de Dieu Sabushimike, continue serving God with unwavering passion, despite the challenges of daily life.

The roads are long, and with the fuel shortages, transport is often unreliable, so their ministry in distant churches and schools can be difficult. Yet Ernest and Jean de Dieu refuse to let obstacles hinder their calling… So they bought a bicycle. 🚲

This simple purchase has become a powerful tool for outreach, allowing them to reach those distant places with all their teaching materials and children’s ministry books, too. Their commitment is founded in Scripture Union’s ongoing support for leadership development that equips volunteers to serve with vision and love.

Their bicycle is more than transport; it is a symbol of determination, sacrifice, and the Gospel on the move… something to remember on our next in 2026

24/12/2025

We are so grateful for all your prayers and support this year! And we promise to keep you in touch with all that is going on in Burundi in 2026. 🙏🏼❤️🇧🇮

If you would still like to bless the GLO partners in this season, please go to Glo.org.uk/christmas 💕

17/11/2025

When you , you do so much more than ride a bike!

01/10/2025

If you love cycling, you may have been following the recent UCI World Championships in Rwanda... such incredible athletes. And it got us to thinking... You too can enjoy the wonderful African scenery, but instead of high performance, you can be raising awareness (and much-needed finances) for the wonderful GLO Partners!

Sign up for 'Bike for Burundi - 2026'

https://www.greatlakesoutreach.org/get-involved/bike-for-burundi/

06/09/2025

In the tag line of GLO, we speak of 'Burundi and beyond'... well, this is part of the BEYOND! invited fellow riders from the Tour du Burundi '25 team to join in their local mission in Wivenhoe - and .guillebaud is speaking on Sunday too! If you are in the area, come & join in!

25/08/2025

We'd love you to be part of next year's team... Riders come from all kinds of backgrounds and abilities, but preparation is key - which is why we are asking now!

21/07/2025

A month on and the Tour Du Burundi Team are back home - but their impact is already being felt with the GLO Partners around Burundi!

Over the coming months, we will keep you up to date on where it's going, what the team is doing, and how you can be part of Tour Du Burundi 2026!

16/06/2025

It's been an incredible week for the cyclists on the Tour Du Burundi... pain and tears to joy and laughter... all to bring blessing to the work of 's Partners in Burundi.

And the phenomenal total keeps rising... join us in supporting the amazing impact this is going to have on those that need it most!

Will you help us get to £150k / $190k ?

Let's keep the wheels in motion!

13/06/2025

Day 7 — Ends with a pop! 🎉

What a journey. Over 700km cycled, 10000m climbed, and hearts full.

This year’s Tour du Burundi wasn’t just about the challenge, it was a declaration of hope.

A team of ordinary people doing something extraordinary to shine a light on Burundi and raise support for transformative work across the nation. 💪🚴‍♀️

A huge thank you to the cyclists who gave their all, the support crew who held it all together, every prayer warrior and every single donor who made this ride matter.

Together, you’ve helped raise over £100,000 for a cause that truly counts.

guillebaud

12/06/2025

Day 6 – A True Blessing! ✨
Though our bodies are tired, our spirits are overflowing with joy and gratitude.

Today, we had the honour of visiting UCCD’s retirement home and witnessing firsthand how their 18 hectares of land have transformed hundreds of lives through sustainable development and care. 🌱🏡

We wrapped up the day with a cultural gem – a visit to the legendary . Truly, the best drummer in the world! 🥁🇧🇮

11/06/2025

Today the Tour is in Ngozi where they will connect with our amazing Partner UCCD.

UCCD’s capacity for equipping leaders across the nation of Burundi is nothing short of outstanding! Their heart to bring the Gospel to the nation is infectious to anyone who has been with them at an outreach event. They also minister into some of the most challenging community environments and reach all ages - from children and youth programs to the very oldest.

One look at this picture speaks volumes - just look at those smiling faces! Whenever UCCD bring Jesus into a community, they match their message with very practical love.

Every penny/cent raised to bless partners like this is worth it! 🚴🏼‍♂️💥 Support.Share.Donate

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