Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics: The full list of Senegalese talent behind the opening ceremony

The opening ceremony of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games was praised for its creativity, visual style and artistic intensity. A team of Senegalese professionals designed and produced the show, including ceremony director Khady Niang, artistic director Ibrahima Cissé, known as Xalil Cissé, and stage director Adama Diop. Ismaïla Talla, also known as Iss 814, created the music, while Marianne Niox led the overall choreography. Khady Kassé, the costume designers and the beauty, makeup and hairstyling teams also contributed to the ceremony.