A fatal traffic accident occurred on November 9, 2026, in Kissidougou, Guinea, claiming the lives of two individuals, including a nursery worker. The incident took place around 4:00 PM on the national road RN02, at kilometer 16 on the Kissidougou-Guéckédou axis, in the village of Kounandou. The victims, a young man and a woman riding a motorcycle, were returning from the weekly market in Waltô, which is held every Monday.
The accident involved a truck-trailer with the registration number DG-3894-02 and a TVS motorcycle with the registration number OH-555-A.03. According to the gendarmerie, the truck was stationary due to a breakdown when the motorcyclist, who was carrying a nursery worker and her baby, lost control and collided with the truck. The impact resulted in the deaths of the motorcyclist and the nursery worker, while the baby was taken to the Kissidougou prefectural hospital for treatment.
Lieutenant Lamine Théa, deputy commander of the Kissidougou road gendarmerie, provided details on the circumstances and causes of the accident. He stated that the accident was caused by excessive speed and that the victims were not wearing helmets, which is regrettable given previous awareness campaigns. The motorcyclist, identified as Djanka Millimouno, and the nursery worker, Mama Kamano, were killed instantly.
According to eyewitnesses, the accident was likely caused by the motorcyclist's inattention while riding in the rain. The motorcyclist was reportedly trying to protect his eyes from the rain and had only one hand on the handlebars. The incident has sparked widespread condolences, with many community members attending the funerals of the victims.
The communities of neighboring villages were heavily involved in the funerals, which took place on Tuesday afternoon. The victims' families received support from local residents, who came out in large numbers to pay their respects. The funerals were a somber reminder of the risks associated with traffic accidents in the region.
The baby who survived the accident is currently receiving care at the Kissidougou prefectural hospital. Authorities have taken the truck and motorcycle into custody, and the driver of the truck, Mamadou Dian Diallo, is currently being questioned. The investigation into the accident is ongoing, with a focus on determining the exact causes and identifying potential measures to prevent similar incidents.
The accident highlights the need for increased road safety awareness in the region, particularly with regard to the importance of wearing protective gear, such as helmets. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks faced by motorcyclists and other road users, and the need for vigilance and caution when traveling. The authorities have promised to take steps to improve road safety and prevent similar accidents in the future.
Key points
- The accident was caused by excessive speed and the failure to wear protective gear, such as helmets.
