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Dec

Dakar Fashion Week 2025: Where the Atlantic Ocean Became the Ultimate Runway

  • Imeobong Utuk / 1 month
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December 2025 witnessed the 23rd edition of Dakar Fashion Week which made global headlines with its breathtaking finale: a runway staged directly on the Atlantic Ocean. Founded in 2002 by Senegalese designer Adama Paris (Adama Amanda Ndiaye), the event has long championed African creativity, sustainability, and cultural heritage.   This year, under the theme “the […]

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Aug

Meissa Fall: The Senegalese sculptor who transforms discarded Bikes into Masterpieces of Art

  • Imeobong Utuk / 1 year
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Introduction: Meissa Fall AKA “FM”, is a talented Senegalese sculptor that has garnered international acclaim for his unique and innovative approach to art.   Through his skilful craftsmanship and creative vision, he breathes new life into discarded bicycles by transforming them into captivating pieces of art. His work not only showcases his artistic prowess but […]

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May

Dream or reality? Akon envisions a 2,000-acre, USD 6 billion ‘Wakanda-like ‘City in Senegal

  • Imeobong Utuk / 2 years
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Akon, the renowned singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, announced in 2018 plans for an ambitious, new metropolis along the Atlantic coast in Senegal’s M’bour Department. Coined as Akon City, the proposed futuristic city is designed to have large skyscrapers, shopping malls, a technology hub, music studios, “Senewood” production facilities, eco-friendly tourist resorts and, operate using its […]