AGADEZ, Niger – The winner falls to his knees, arms raised triumphantly. After just eight minutes, his opponent’s knee and elbow have touched the sand, handing “Issaka Issaka” an historic win in Niger’s king of sports.
The annual wrestling tournament in the northern city of Agadez enthrals the vast West African nation.
It’s more than just a sporting event.
The prime minister is joined by his counterparts from fellow military-led neighbours Mali and Burkina Faso to watch the competition.
Now in its 44th year, the…
