Djirèye Clotilde Coly

Djirèye Clotilde Coly is a Senegalese accountant, finance professional, and politician who has served as the Minister of Youth and Sports of Senegal since June 2026.

Early life and education Coly attended the Institution Notre-Dame from 1998 to 2000. She obtained a Master's degree in Accounting and Financial Sciences (MSTCF) from the University of Montesquieu Bordeaux IV in France between 2000 and 2005. She subsequently earned a Master's degree in Accounting and Auditing from the Institut d'Administration des Entreprises (IAE) of Pau in 2006.

In October 2025, she was appointed Director of Employment at the Ministry of Employment and Technical and Vocational Training succeeding Babacar Sy, serving until January 2026.

As minister, she has been responsible for overseeing preparations for Senegal's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the organization of the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.