Investigation into the mystery behind the Palace, what the Corniche-Est really hides

On September 28, 2026, a heavily decomposed body was found on the rocks of Corniche-Est, behind the Presidential Palace in Dakar. The medico-legal examination concluded a natural death, likely of a man with mental health issues, whose identity remains unknown. The location, elevated facing the sea, partly explains why the body was not discovered earlier, as this area is highly protected and infrequently visited. The discovery raises questions about the security and history of this iconic site.