| Birth Day | January 1, 1923 |
| Birth Place | Ziguinchor, Senegal |
| Age | 97 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Jun 9, 2007 (age 84) |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Ousmane Sembene, also known as the celebrated novelist in Senegal, is believed to have a net worth of approximately $50 million by the year 2024. Sembene's remarkable success in the literary world has brought him immense recognition and financial stability. Renowned for his captivating storytelling and insightful commentary on social and political issues, Sembene's novels have resonated with readers around the globe. His literary talent has not only earned him critical acclaim but also contributed to his substantial wealth, making him one of the most affluent figures in the Senegalese arts scene.
Senegalese author and film Director whose masterpiece novel, God's Bits of Wood, was inspired by real-life events. His later, politically-themed works include The Last of the Empire and Niiwam and Taaw.
He was drafted into the Senegalese corps of the French Army, and he fought in World War II.
He received a prestigious award at the 1979 Moscow International Film Festival.
The son of a Fisherman, he was raised primarily by his maternal grandmother.
He and civil rights leader Dorothy Day were both committed to social change.
