This is senegal

2. A traditional Senegalese drum and associated energetic dance style.
4. The iconic, thick-trunked national tree of Senegal, often called the "Tree of Life."
5. The most widely spoken native language in Senegal, spoken by over 80% of the population.
7. The major ocean that forms Senegal's western coastline.
9. Léopold Sédar ____, the renowned poet and scholar who served as Senegal's first president after independence.
10. The historic island off the coast of Dakar known for the House of Slaves and its "Door of No Return."
11. "The Lions of ____" (Les Lions de la Teranga) is the nickname for Senegal's national football team.
13. The famous Wolof value and concept representing hospitality, generosity, and community warmth.
14. Also known as Lac Rose, this famous lake near Dakar is known for its vivid pink waters caused by Dunaliella salina algae.

1. The southern region of Senegal separated from the north by The Gambia, known for its lush rivers and tropical landscape.
3. The capital and largest city of Senegal, located on the Cap-Vert peninsula.
6. The official national language of Senegal used in government, formal education, and media.
8. The traditional Senegalese dish made of rice, fish, and vegetables, recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.
10. The country almost entirely surrounded by Senegal along its land borders.
12. The historic confederation formed between Senegal and neighboring The Gambia from 1982 to 1989.