Sadio Mane is one of the most talented footballers in the world. He has won the Champions League, the Premier League, the African Cup of Nations and played for the best team in England, Southampton FC. But Mane is more than just a great footballer. He is also a generous philanthropist who has dedicated his time and money to helping others.
Mane was born in a small village called Bambali in Senegal. He grew up in poverty and knew the challenges of life without access to basic necessities. When he made it as a professional footballer, Mane vowed to give back to his community.
“I resisted hunger, I worked in the fields, I survived wars, I played football barefoot, I had no education and many more things, but today with what I earn from football, I can help my people."
Mane has donated millions of dollars to build schools, hospitals, and mosques in Senegal. He has also provided food and clothing to those in need. Mane's philanthropy has had a real impact on the lives of people in Senegal. He has helped to improve education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
"I built schools, a hospital, we offer clothes, shoes, food to people living in extreme poverty. In addition, I give 70 euros per month to all people in a very poor region of Senegal." I don't need to flaunt fancy cars, fancy villas, travel, let alone planes, I'd rather my people get a bit of what life has given me."
Mane, reportedly donated £500,000 for a hospital to be built in his home village of Bambali because his father died when he was a child and the lack of health services in his home region has become a big motivating reason for his philanthropy.
President-Founder of Peace and Sport and jury member of the Socrates Award, said: “Rewarding the best players not only for their performances but also for their commitment to a more inclusive and peaceful world is a big achievement in line with the changes in our society. Sadio Mané is a true source of inspiration and I warmly congratulate him for his significant contribution to positive social changes.”
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