Black surfers in Senegal are working to reclaim the waves along Dakar's coastline despite a lack of resources, according to an Associated Press report. Photos from September 20, 2026, show young participants learning to surf at Virage and Ngor beaches under the guidance of the Anda Surf Club.
Thirteen-year-old Katy Samba was photographed laughing as a student fell into the water during a lesson at Virage beach. Another image captures a beginner standing up on a soft-top board at Ngor beach. Surf instructor and Anda Surf Club co-founder Ibra Samb posed for a portrait, while children carried boards toward the water. An aerial drone view showed club members riding waves off Virage beach.
The Anda Surf Club aims to make surfing more accessible to local Black youth in a sport often dominated by foreigners and expatriates. The initiative faces challenges including limited equipment and funding, but organizers remain committed to building a sustainable surfing community in Senegal.
