A fatal road accident occurred on November 9, 2026, in Kissidougou, Guinea, resulting in the deaths of two people. The accident happened around 4 pm on the RN02 national highway, at kilometer 16, near the village of Kounandou. The victims, a motorcyclist and a nursery worker, were returning from the popular weekly market in Waltô. The motorcyclist, Djanka Millimouno, and the nursery worker, Mama Kamano, died at the scene.
According to Lieutenant Lamine Théa, deputy commander of the Kissidougou road gendarmerie, the accident involved a truck trailer and a TVS motorcycle. The truck was stationary due to a breakdown, and the motorcyclist lost control and collided with it. The motorcyclist was carrying the nursery worker and a 5-month-old baby. The accident was caused by excessive speed, and the victims were not wearing helmets.
The 5-month-old baby is currently receiving care at the Kissidougou prefectural hospital. The motorcyclist and nursery worker were from the village of Worodou, where their families are in mourning. The communities of neighboring villages attended the funeral on Tuesday. The driver of the truck, Mamadou Dian Diallo, is currently being questioned.
Eyewitnesses reported that the motorcyclist was inattentive and driving with one hand while trying to protect his eyes from the rain. The accident has raised concerns about road safety in the region. The authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and wear protective gear while driving.
The families of the victims are grieving, and the husband of the nursery worker, Papa Millimouno, expressed his shock and sadness. He described his wife as a courageous and submissive woman who was the sole breadwinner for their six children. The community is rallying around the family to provide support.
The accident has highlighted the need for increased road safety awareness and enforcement in Guinea. The authorities have promised to investigate the incident and take measures to prevent similar accidents in the future. The motorcyclist and nursery worker were laid to rest on Tuesday, with many attending the funeral to pay their respects.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution while driving. The authorities have urged drivers to be vigilant and follow traffic rules to prevent accidents. The community is coming together to support the families of the victims and promote road safety awareness.
Key points
- The accident was caused by excessive speed and the failure to wear helmets.
- The 5-month-old baby miraculously survived the accident and is receiving care at the Kissidougou prefectural hospital.
- The authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and wear protective gear while driving to prevent similar accidents in the future.
