Literature / Mariam Vanessa Touré: From Illness to Resilience, a Pen Offering Hope

Author: Elvis GOUZAPublished on: November 4, 2026Country: Burkina Faso

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Literature / Mariam Vanessa Touré: From Illness to Resilience, a Pen Offering Hope

Former Burkina Radio and Television (RTB) news presenter Mariam Vanessa Touré unveiled her first book, “Hummm… And Life Goes On!”, in Ouagadougou on October 28, 2026. Published by Mercury Éditions, the 315-page book contains around 60 chronicles reflecting on her experience of illness and social topics such as parenting, marriage and relationships. Touré offers a message of courage and hope, while speakers Bernadette Dao/Sanou, Sabin Lazare Dandjinou and Yves Dakuyo praised her sincerity, resilience and the healing power of writing.

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