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Landslide at a landfill in Conakry: between 18 and 30 dead

A collapse in Conakry, Guinea, on Sunday morning resulted in between 18 and 30 casualties and affected several houses.

23 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A landslide at a landfill in Conakry, Guinea, occurred on Sunday around 3:00 AM local time, causing between 18 and 30 deaths according to various sources. No official toll has been released following this tragic incident.

The Guinean government had recently reported eviction operations and secured surrounding areas of the landfill due to the risks of landslides, which were exacerbated by heavy rainfall prior to the event.

Emergency services were mobilized at the accident site to search for potential victims, as several homes were affected during the landslide. Rescue operations are ongoing.

This type of incident raises concerns about waste management in Conakry and the safety of surrounding areas, particularly following the heavy rains.

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