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How Sadio Mane spent over Sh100 million to transform his home village

Bayern Munich's Sadio Mane speaks after winning the Socrates Award during the 66th Ballon d'Or ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France, Monday, October 17, 2022. [AP Photo, Francois Mori]

Reigning African Footballer of the Year Sadio Mane made history on Monday night after becoming the inaugural winner of the Socrates Award in recognition of his charity Senegal.

Being an exceptional footballer and making headlines on the pitch is one thing, but making a big difference far beyond the touchline is something else.

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