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Sayouba Traoré's novel 'Petit Modèle' denounces domestic slavery

publication · 2026-06-22

Sayouba Traoré, a writer and journalist, has released a novel titled 'Petit Modèle' that exposes the reality of girls being reduced to domestic slavery behind the walls of beautiful homes. The work criticizes a society that either fosters or tolerates this scandal. Traoré aims to articulate the silence of those who hear and understand but say nothing. The novel was discussed on RFI's program 'Sur le pont des arts' hosted by Nathalie Amar. Additionally, Clémence Delfaure visited the Kora Museum in Assouinde, founded by Jérôme Evanno, a kora enthusiast, which caters to both initiates and passing tourists.

Key facts

  • Sayouba Traoré is the author of 'Petit Modèle'.
  • The novel denounces domestic slavery of girls in beautiful homes.
  • Traoré criticizes societal silence on the issue.
  • The novel was featured on RFI's 'Sur le pont des arts'.
  • Nathalie Amar hosted the program with Traoré as guest.
  • Clémence Delfaure visited the Kora Museum in Assouinde.
  • The Kora Museum was founded by Jérôme Evanno.
  • The museum targets both experts and tourists.

Entities

Artists

  • Sayouba Traoré
  • Jérôme Evanno

Institutions

  • RFI
  • Kora Museum

Locations

  • Assouinde

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