The families of Koné/Traoré Madissé Maïmouna, who passed away on October 30, 2026, at the age of 91 in Nafona, sector 10 of Banfora, have expressed their sincere gratitude to those who offered condolences, moral, spiritual, and material support during this difficult time. Madissé Maïmouna's passing has been deeply felt by her loved ones, including her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, and extended family members across various locations in Burkina Faso, Abidjan, and Niamey.
The families, including KONE, SOMBIE, SOULAMA, BAMBA, SIRIMA, TRAORE, SOMA, KARAMA, and SAGNON, have thanked numerous individuals and entities for their support. They particularly appreciated the condolences from high-ranking government officials, including the Minister of Security, the Minister of Communication and Culture, and the Director of Communication of the Presidency of Faso.
The Director General of the Administration Judiciary, the Director General of Water and Forests of Burkina Faso and Niger, and the Director General of CENAGREF Bénin also received special recognition for their support. Additionally, the families thanked the Director of the SOSUCO in Banfora, the Executive Director of the West African Savannas Foundation (FSOA), and various other individuals and groups who provided assistance.
The families also acknowledged the support of local authorities, including the Director of the Banfora prison and traditional and customary authorities in Nafona, who provided prayers, presence, and accompaniment during this difficult period. They appreciated the numerous messages, calls, and contributions from friends, neighbors, colleagues, and acquaintances.
Madissé Maïmouna's children, including KONE Soungalo, SOMBIE Abdoulaye, KONE Karidja, KONE Seydou, and KONE Lacina, were among those who expressed gratitude. Her extended family across various locations, including Banfora, Bobo-Dioulasso, Ouagadougou, Abidjan, Ferkessédougou, and Niamey, also benefited from the outpouring of support.
The families expressed their heartfelt thanks to all who have supported them during this challenging time. They prayed that God bless and reward those who have shown compassion and solidarity. The recognition of these efforts aims to honor the memory of Madissé Maïmouna and acknowledge the impact of her life on those around her.
Funerary rites and expressions of condolences have been a significant part of Burkinabè culture, emphasizing community support during times of loss. The outpouring of support for Madissé Maïmouna's family reflects this tradition, demonstrating the strong bonds within Burkinabè society.
Key points
- The Burkinabè community came together to support Madissé Maïmouna's family during their time of grief.
