Vanessa Tchatchou writes message to missing daughter

Vanessa Tchatchou, whose baby was stolen in 2011, recently sent an emotional message to her missing daughter. Officially registered as a trainee lawyer since September 13, 2024, Vanessa’s path has been shaped by her tireless fight to find the child taken from her immediately after birth at the Gynaecological-Obstetrics and Pediatric Hospital in Ngousso, Yaoundé.

In an interview on the program “L’INVITÉ DE LA SEMAINE” on Canal 2, Vanessa addressed her daughter, who is now 13, with a heartfelt message.

“My daughter, this is your biological mother speaking, your mother, your mentor, your everything, your god on earth. I can imagine the strength that you have, the courage and determination that you have, and even the intelligence and wisdom at your young age. Work hard, because that is what I do, that is what I do. That is why I left you a message saying, ‘We are growing step by step.’ This is just the beginning of a beautiful and amazing story. The world will hear it, the world will see you and your mother… I love you with all my heart. Come out of that hole that they put you in.”

A painful search for the truth

Her words reflect the depth of her pain and her fierce determination to be reunited with her daughter. Despite the years that have passed, Vanessa Tchatchou remains determined to reveal the truth about her child’s disappearance. She claims to know who took her daughter and insists that both the Cameroonian government and her people know who is responsible. However, she struggles to understand why no one has helped her find her child.

“I don’t understand why the Cameroonian government is not helping me get my child back when they know who has my child,” she said.

Even after more than a decade, the loss still weighs heavily on Vanessa. She admits that she never expected the pain to last this long, especially since she thinks she knows where her daughter is. But through her pain, Vanessa has drawn strength from the support of her fellow Cameroonians. Her decision to become a lawyer was not born out of a desire for revenge, but to help others who are facing similar challenges. Becoming a lawyer was always her dream, but the loss of her child gave her a deeper understanding of the importance of the profession.

Threats and perseverance

Vanessa is determined to continue her education and has the ambition to one day obtain a doctorate. She remembers how the harsh criticism of journalist Suzanne Kala-Lobè during a TV interview about her case pushed her to continue her studies. Although Kala-Lobè showed little sympathy at the time, her words motivated Vanessa to prove herself.

“I remember when my story was on TV. When they asked, ‘What do you think about the Vanessa affair?’ they said, ‘She’s a young girl who was sent to school, but she didn’t go. Then she got pregnant. Now you’re harassing people.’ It reminds me of Suzanne Kala-Lobè, who was very hard on me at the time. She said, ‘If you didn’t go to school, you can’t even be talked about.’ But she’s the one who gave me strength. And I said, ‘I’m going to school. I’m going to be a doctor, that’s the minimum.’”

Vanessa also described the many hardships she faced in her search for her daughter, including threats of violence. Her mother was even threatened with death. Despite the danger, Vanessa remains determined to stay in Cameroon, hoping that she will one day be reunited with her child.

In addition to her legal ambitions, Vanessa Tchatchou hopes to share her story through a book or documentary that highlights her experiences.

In a country where justice is often elusive and free speech restricted, there are concerns for Vanessa’s safety as she continues her relentless pursuit. While many praise her courage and determination, others remain skeptical about her chances of success. Some have even accused her of being involved with a mafia and selling her own child — accusations she vehemently denies.

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