Luxury Sheep Contests in Senegal Spotlight Misplaced Priorities Amid Global Struggles

In the vibrant capital of Dakar, Senegal, an unusual spectacle draws crowds: a luxury beauty pageant—not for people, but for lavishly bred sheep called Ladoum. These animals, often valued at tens of thousands of dollars, are paraded and judged on their size, horns, and shiny coats as a symbol of social status. The winning male sheep this year was estimated to be worth over $100,000—a staggering sum when compared to the average income levels in Senegal and the economic struggles faced by many Americans today. While these regal creatures embody prestige for breeders and spectators alike, one must ask: why...