Senegalese student Khadim Dia not found since April 10

The Senegalese community in France is in turmoil after the disappearance of Khadim Dia, a 22 -year -old Senegalese student scored at the University of Valenciennes. The young man has not given any sign of life since April 10, 2025, an alarming situation which now mobilizes his relatives, student associations and local authorities.

According to the Federation of Senegalese students and trainees in France (Fessef), the report was carried out on April 15 by the Circle of Senegalese students of Valenciennes (Cesval), after several days without news of their comrade. Since then, an investigation for worrying disappearance has been opened by French police.

“Our comrade remains not found despite the research efforts carried out by his relatives, the CESVAL and the competent authorities,” said Ndour Mame-Gor, president of the Fessef, in a statement imbued with gravity.

The mystery around this disappearance thickened with the discovery of a farewell letter in his apartment located near the Mont-Houy campus. Added to this is the prolonged inactivity of his mobile phone, which has not issued a signal for several days. These elements have strengthened the concern around a possible transition to the tragic act.

Arrived in France two years ago to continue his higher education, Khadim Dia was described as a serious student, without history of psychological disorders, and well integrated into his environment. He had recently decided to reorient himself, interrupting his lessons to work in a bakery in Lille.

Average (1.76 m), of normal build, he is often seen dressed in jeans and sneakers. His friends describe a discreet but warm young man, appreciated for his kindness and his availability.

Pending any progress in the survey, the buttock calls for general mobilization and invites anyone with information to contact the following numbers: 06 24 33 36 37 or 07 68 55 11 47.

“Each life counts, and each absence touches us deeply,” concludes the press release, recalling the importance of solidarity within the Senegalese diaspora.