In preparation for the celebration of the 66th year of Senegal's accession to international sovereignty, a regional development committee meeting to plan the Independence Day combined with National Youth Week was held with the governor of Ziguinchor.

Mor Talla Tine affirmed that all arrangements are in place for a successful celebration of Independence Day and National Youth Week.

"We are reassured about the measures underway, particularly those taken by military zone No. 5 with a view to the full participation of the region in the Independence Day celebrations and the National Youth Week," he said during this CRD.

This year's theme is "Defense and security forces, partners of the Youth Olympic Games".

To this end, the governor reported on coordination meetings with the heads of the various organizations involved to refine operational strategies. The goal is to make this celebration a moment of unity between the defense and security forces and the population, particularly young people.

For National Youth Week, a regional committee is responsible for coordinating the preparation and ensuring quality participation of young people from Ziguinchor in this national event scheduled to take place in Thiès, whose theme is "Youth at the time of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games".

The authorities want to make these young people "vectors of mobilization" around the Youth Olympic Games, in order to share the experience gained with their peers who remained in the region upon their return.

The governor welcomed the support announced by local authorities for these two events in terms of resources. He also called on other stakeholders to take ownership of these two events and support the teams involved.

"Despite the relatively short timeframe, we have asked all stakeholders to work tirelessly to ensure that these activities take place under excellent conditions," he said.

This meeting allowed participants to harmonize their strategies for a harmonious organization of these two events.