# Death of Ivorian philosopher Tanella Boni > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-ivorian-philosopher-tanella-boni > Updated: 2026-10-10T12:43:12.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Tanella Boni, a prominent Ivorian philosopher, poet, novelist, and essayist, passed away on September 15, 2026, in Toulouse. As the first female philosopher and researcher at Ivorian universities, Boni was recognized for breaking gender barriers in a male-dominated field. Her literary and philosophical body of work included five novels, such as ‘Une vie de crabe’ and ‘Matins de couvre-feu’, alongside various essays. Her writing frequently addressed critical social issues, including the condition of African women, poverty, polygamy, and despotism, often using her philosophical perspective to challenge social norms and confront political and religious fanaticism. Following her death, the African and international intellectual communities offered significant tributes. Representatives from the Association of Ivorian Writers (AECI) and organizers of the Abidjan International Book Fair (SILA) expressed condolences, praising her commitment to knowledge, freedom, and human dignity. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-10: Tanella Boni, prominent Ivorian writer and philosopher, passes away Ivorian writer and philosopher Tanella Boni has passed away, leaving behind a significant body of work exploring African tragedy, women's rights, and social despotism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tanella-boni-prominent-ivorian-writer-and-philosopher-passes-away ### 2026-09-20: Tanella Boni, prominent Ivorian philosopher and writer, passes away Renowned Ivorian philosopher, poet, and novelist Tanella Boni has passed away in Toulouse, leaving a significant legacy as a pioneer for women in African academia and literature. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tanella-boni-prominent-ivorian-philosopher-and-writer-passes-away --- Cite as: Death of Ivorian philosopher Tanella Boni. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-ivorian-philosopher-tanella-boni