Sierra Leone Monitors Situation After Deadly Guinea Landfill Landslide
Sia Lucy Kannah Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation says it is closely monitoring the situation following a tragic landfill landslide in neighbouring Guinea.
The disaster occurred on August 23, 2026, at the Dar-es-Salam landfill in Gbessia, Conakry. The collapse of the landfill resulted in casualties, according to reports.
In a press release issued on August 25, the Ministry said reports indicate that Sierra Leonean nationals may be among those affected by the landslide. In response, the Embassy of Sierra Leone in Guinea has engaged local Guinean authorities to verify the status and safety of affected Sierra Leonean citizens.
To provide assistance on the ground, diplomatic representatives, including the Deputy Ambassador and Head of Chancery, have been dispatched to the site in Gbessia. The team is tasked with assessing the extent of the impact and providing appropriate support to affected victims and their families.
The Ministry said it remains committed to providing further updates as additional verified information becomes available from the team on the ground.
