France: Tragic death of Senegalese student Serigne Ba shakes the diaspora

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: France

Society & Lifestyle

France: Tragic death of Senegalese student Serigne Ba shakes the diaspora

Serigne Ba, a Senegalese student in Lille, died on June 11, 2026 at Tourcoing hospital from Guillain-Barré syndrome. He was homeless and in a difficult administrative situation, having hidden his health problems. His death sparked a wave of solidarity and reignited debate on the precariousness of Senegalese students abroad. The associations AESN and Amali are collecting funds for his funeral and his family.

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