2023-08-16 07:56:52
The celebration of the patronal feast of Savalou, August 15, which marks the release of the new yam, took place yesterday Tuesday, August 15, 2023 in Savalou. Placed under the leadership of the King of Savalou His Majesty Dada Ganfon Gbaguidi XV, the demonstrations were attended by several native executives and guests including the United States Ambassador to Benin.
Bidossessi WANOU
Trukpin-Mèdji, it is by this revealed favorable sign that the consumption of the new yam was authorized to the son and son of Savalou. In front of a huge crowd including several guests, the consumption of the tuber was launched at the end of the rituals. At this event, Conrad Gbaguidi, president of the Association for the Development of the Commune of Savalou (ADCS) welcomed the participants. According to him, this festival marks the time of the greatness of Savalou, the greatness of the sons and sons of Savalou of Benin and the diaspora. He hailed this multi-year-old cultural event which indicates to the populations, under what condition they will be able to eat the new yam. Moment of reunion, this celebration deserves to be marked with a particular seal believes the mayor Dèlidji Houindo. “We are not going to meet in Savalou just to share a meal. But the Committee, a multi-actor committee set up this time, has decided that at each edition, we can materialize this celebration, that we can ensure that actions are taken to make the celebration visible, why not our convents…I want us to make the commitment and that at the end of this feast, we can repair one of our convents”. Knowing that the King completed a year of reign on August 12, 2023, he took the opportunity to present an assessment of his management of the kingdom.
An economic meeting
The celebration of the new yam is an economic event in Savalou. The population is mobilized from everywhere, particularly from the south and the centre. This is an opportunity for producers to make good sales. Many guests from all over stock up on the new yam. It’s a booming season for growers. As proof, “It is during the festival that we sell a lot and make our first receipts. Even before coming, there are some who place orders and we make them reservations. This year for example, I received orders from more than 15 people and each one ordered at least 5000 FCFA”, explained Bernard Alia. In addition to producers, the catering and hotel sectors are also making good entries. Some have been traveling since the day before and make reservations or take overnight stays in hotels. Others travel with family or friends to experience the party, which increases the clientele in the restaurants. “It’s a big day. We get enough customers today and since it’s party time, we even do promotions. On August 15, we always and considerably increase our dose of pounded yam”, confided a native of Savalou. In families, it’s the same atmosphere. According to testimonies, it is a day when pounded yam is offered to guests who have come from afar or to hosts to salute their sympathy and friendship with Savalou. From the outset, the new yam marks a new economic season not only among producers but also among restaurateurs. Everyone takes advantage of the party to increase their turnover.
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QA August 16, 2023
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