In Saint-Louis, Senegal, traditional pirogue races preserve a nearly 200-year-old heritage, drawing crowds to the Guet Ndar fishing district for a 3.5-kilometre competition. The event combines sport with cultural celebration, yet rowers remain unpaid despite its growing popularity. Local participants demand improved recognition for their role in sustaining this unique maritime tradition.
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