Sadio Mané, born on April 10, 1992, hails from Bambali, Sédhiou, Senegal. Known for his agility, dribbling skills, and relentless play, he’s a prominent forward for Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga and a key figure in the Senegal national team.

Starting his professional football journey at 19 with Metz in Ligue 2, he swiftly moved to Red Bull Salzburg in Austria after just one season. His tenure at Salzburg saw remarkable success as they clinched both the domestic league and cup during the 2013–14 season.

In 2014, Mané set foot in England, joining Southampton for a then-record transfer fee of £11.8 million. His talent and impact have solidified his status as one of the finest players globally and one of Africa’s football legends.

The Sédhiou Department, forming a part of Senegal’s Sédhiou Region, once belonged to the Kolda Region. Comprising the communes of Diannah Malary, Marsassoum, and Sédhiou, it stands as one of the country’s 45 departments.