Anoucheka Gangabissoon is a dedicated Primary School Educator hailing from the picturesque island of Mauritius. While she imparts knowledge during the day, her true passion blossoms through the art of crafting poetry and short stories. For her, writing transcends mere pastime; it’s the essence of her existence. Inspired by literary luminaries, she aspires to etch her name among the immortals of literature.
Her literary creations grace renowned platforms such as poetrysoup.com and have found their way into esteemed literary magazines including SETU, Different Truths, Dissident Voice, In Between Hangovers Press, WISH Press, Tuck’s Magazine, and the esteemed Blue Mountain Review. Anoucheka has also been featured in the anthologies of the prestigious Immagine and Poesia group. Her poems regularly excel in online contests, marking her talent.
In recognition of her profound influence on the cultural and artistic landscape of Mauritius, Anoucheka was honored as one of the Most Influential Women in the Arts and Culture category in 2017. She further earned distinction as a Promising Indian in the same category during the same year. Her remarkable contributions to the literary sphere led to her selection among the Most Influential Women of the island in 2018 and 2019. In 2019, she stood as one of the top three nominees for the National Awards, an accolade presented by the Ministry of Arts and Culture of Mauritius. Her exceptional impact continued to shine in 2020, where she was shortlisted among the Most Impactful Women of the Year for the Women of the Year awards.
As a testament to her literary prowess, Anoucheka Gangabissoon is also the distinguished author of the poetry collection titled “To My Muse,” a work of art published by the esteemed InkDew publishing house.
