A new chapter has begun for the victims of the landslide that occurred on August 22-23 at the Dar-Es-Salam dump in Conakry, Guinea. After 36 days in two government-provided accommodation centers in the commune of Dixinn, over 1,500 displaced individuals left the centers on September 29, 2026. Before their departure, the families received an initial financial support to facilitate their relocation and gradual return to a normal life. The ceremony, presided over by government members, marks a new step in the care of the victims of this disaster that claimed nearly thirty lives.
The landslide victims were accommodated in two requisitioned sites by the authorities. During their stay, they benefited from housing, medical assistance, and various forms of support thanks to the mobilization of ministerial departments, local authorities, and humanitarian partners. The National Agency for the Management of Emergencies and Humanitarian Disasters (ANGUCH) coordinated the relief efforts on the ground. The Director-General of ANGUCH, Lancei Touré, paid tribute to the victims of the landslide, expressing his condolences to their families.
According to Lancei Touré, nearly 2,000 people from demolished concessions in Dar-Es-Salam and Hamdallaye 1 were temporarily housed in the accommodation centers. Upon their arrival, a significant identification effort was made to allow for individualized follow-up of families and ensure the traceability of assistance. The ANGUCH teams worked closely with the sanitation services of the Ministry of Housing, assigning a code to each concession and registering owners and tenants of all demolished buildings.
The health issue was also a particular concern during the victims' stay. According to the report presented by the Director-General of ANGUCH, 1,271 medical consultations were carried out in the two accommodation centers. Two deliveries were recorded during this period. Additionally, 48 cases were referred to the CMC de la Minière, six to Donka Hospital, and two to the Maciré health center.
The release of the accommodation centers does not signify the end of support for the families. A financial device aimed at facilitating their relocation has been announced. According to Lancei Touré, each head of family will receive a total envelope of 21 million Guinean francs, paid in two installments. The first installment of 10 million Guinean francs was handed over on September 29, 2026, while the second installment of 11 million Guinean francs will be paid within ten days.
The two centers that hosted the displaced individuals being installed in schools, their release also paves the way for the normal resumption of pedagogical activities. The Director-General of ANGUCH announced the renovation of the establishments after the departure of the families. The schools will undergo a complete renovation, including painting, latrine emptying, classroom disinfection, electrical installation repair, and water point renovation.
After 36 days of accommodation, the doors of the reception centers close behind the displaced families. For them, a new stage begins, with the financial support announced by the State and the hope of gradually regaining stability after the tragedy that disrupted their lives. The government's efforts aim to help the affected families recover and rebuild their lives.
Key points
- Each head of family will receive a total envelope of 21 million Guinean francs to facilitate their relocation.
- The victims received medical assistance and various forms of support during their stay in the accommodation centers.
- The release of the accommodation centers paves the way for the normal resumption of pedagogical activities in the schools.
