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Senegalese graduate dies at sea trying to reach Europe

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A Senegalese graduate with a master’s degree in geography from Cheikh Anta Diop University has died after his boat capsized as he tried to reach Europe. Originally from Kandia, in the Kolda region, he was among those attempting irregular migration, Seneweb reports.

A.S., a Senegalese graduate with a master’s degree in geography from Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar (UCAD), has died at sea while attempting to reach Europe via an irregular migration route. He was among the passengers on a boat that is reported to have capsized in the ocean, according to Seneweb.

Originally from Kandia, in the Kolda region, the young man is reported to have been unable to find a job matching his qualifications after several years of university study, Seneweb reports. His death comes as Senegalese migrants continue to depart by sea, particularly for the Canary Islands.

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