EXCLUSIVE – Iba Mar Diop: 13 Families Still Waiting as Ageroute Reveals Where Their Money Is

Author: senenews.comPublished on: October 27, 2026Country: Senegal
Society & Lifestyle
EXCLUSIVE – Iba Mar Diop: 13 Families Still Waiting as Ageroute Reveals Where Their Money Is

Thirteen families who left their homes near Iba Mar Diop Stadium for redevelopment work connected to the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games are still waiting for compensation. They remain in apartments covered by a temporary rehousing arrangement as administrative procedures and the identification of eligible beneficiaries delay their claims. Ageroute says the payment orders are available at the Caisse des dépôts et consignations (CDC). Both the families and Ageroute say the Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee (COJOJ) is not responsible for the situation.

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