The 2025 Ngoryiza Festival in Ziope wrapped up with a bang, spotlighting community growth through music and culture. Headlined by rapper Edem and backed by the Gogetem Foundation, the event showcased how entertainment can spark real change. From vibrant nights like Borborbor and Old School to a unifying football gala, the festival brought together thousands and local leaders for a cause bigger than celebration.

Edem’s vision goes beyond the stage, focusing on education and technology as keys to future success. The foundation’s push for an ICT lab and other projects aims to equip youth with tools to thrive globally. Ngoryiza—meaning “lifting each other up”—is more than a festival; it’s a movement for Ziope’s brighter tomorrow.