The Burkinabè community is mourning the loss of SOW Hyacinthe, a devoted healthcare professional who dedicated his life to serving others. He passed away on August 28, 2026, and was laid to rest on August 31, 2026, in Bobo-Dioulasso. His family, friends, and colleagues are paying tribute to his memory, highlighting his tireless commitment to his work and his loved ones.
SOW Hyacinthe was an anesthesiologist and intensivist who previously worked at the surgical block of the Dô health district. He was also a member of the Burkinabè Order of Nurses, section of the Guiriko region. His family has expressed their gratitude to the numerous individuals, institutions, and communities that supported them during this difficult time, including his colleagues at the CSPS de secteur 22 and the CMU d'Accart Ville in Bobo-Dioulasso.
The family of SOW Hyacinthe has released a list of acknowledgments and thanks to those who supported them during his funeral. They have also announced that masses will be held in his honor at various locations, including the Paroisse Notre Dame des Apôtres in Ouagadougou and the Chapelle d'Accart ville in Bobo-Dioulasso. These masses will take place over the next few weeks, providing an opportunity for the community to come together and pay their respects.
SOW Hyacinthe is survived by his wife, Déborah SOW/SANOU, an infirmière d'Etat who works at the CSPS de secteur 22 and the CMU d'Accart Ville in Bobo-Dioulasso, and their daughter, Shekina. His family and friends remember him as a kind and dedicated individual who touched the lives of many people in his community.
The outpouring of support and condolences from the Burkinabè community has been overwhelming, with many individuals and organizations offering their assistance and comfort to the family. The family has expressed their appreciation for these gestures, acknowledging the significant impact that SOW Hyacinthe had on the lives of those around him.
As the community continues to mourn the loss of SOW Hyacinthe, they are also celebrating his life and legacy. His dedication to his work and his loved ones has left a lasting impact, and his memory will continue to inspire others to follow in his footsteps.
The masses scheduled to honor SOW Hyacinthe will take place on the following dates: September 20, 27, and October 4, 11, and 18 at the Paroisse Notre Dame des Apôtres in Ouagadougou, and September 19, 26, and October 3 and 10 at the Chapelle d'Accart ville in Bobo-Dioulasso.
Key points
- SOW Hyacinthe was a dedicated healthcare professional who worked as an anesthesiologist and intensivist.
- The family of SOW Hyacinthe has expressed their gratitude to those who supported them during his funeral.
- Masses will be held in his honor at various locations in Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso.
