Senegal's traditional wrestling: A valuable social heritage
A Senegalese traditional wrestler is held by his opponent at a competition in Senegal's capital Dakar, May 10, 2009. PHOTO | FINBARR O'REILLLY | REUTERS
Traditional wrestling plays an important role in much of Senegalese society and is one of the country’s national sports.
Traditional wrestling is mostly practiced in Senegal’s rural areas where not only is it regarded as a sport, but also has a profound social and cultural role. However, it’s now being overshadowed by a very popular, modern professional wrestling. A synthesis of boxing and traditional wrestling, these matches are massive social events.
