Léopold Sédar Senghor

Birth: 1906-10-09 , Joal-Fadiout

Death: 2001-12-20 , Verson

Léopold Sédar Senghor was a Senegalese poet, writer, and politician, known as one of the greatest African intellectuals of the 20th century. He was one of the founders of the Négritude movement, which celebrated African cultural identity and black heritage. His poetic work is marked by a profound musicality, influences from African oral tradition and French poetry, exploring themes such as the homeland, African identity, love, and spirituality. Senghor played a crucial role in Senegal's independence and became its first president, leading the country for more than two decades. As a statesman, he promoted cultural cooperation between Africa and Europe and advocated for a vision of universal civilization. His vast literary work and political legacy make him an unavoidable figure in the history of Africa and world literature.

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1975

Golden Wreath of Struga Poetry

The Golden Wreath of Struga Poetry is one of the world's most prestigious poetry awards, presented annually as part of the Struga Poetry Evenings festival in North Macedonia.

I chose my black people struggling, my country people, all country people, in the world.

Humanity and Solidarity

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