A look at Senegal’s monuments that pay homage to the African continent

Monument de Léopold Sédar Senghor

Credited as being the man who stabilised Senegal and co-founder of the Negritude movement, Léopold Sédar Senghor was one of Africa’s illustrious leaders.

The poet-president reigned during the country’s first 20 years after independence and this monument pays homage to his legacy. It is located opposite the museum built in his honor.

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