A young woman named Adama Kalissa, aged 19, died on Thursday, September 17, 2026, after attempting to undergo an abortion at an unlicensed clinic in the Yaguissiran area of Kolaboui, Guinea. According to Youssouf Bangoura, the mayor of Kolaboui rural commune, the incident occurred in the evening at a structure presented as a clandestine clinic run by a certain Dr. Lamah.
The death of Adama Kalissa occurred on the eve of a planned operation by local authorities to dismantle clandestine health structures and combat the sale of counterfeit medications in the city. The mayor stated that the young woman's death was a result of a botched abortion at the clandestine clinic. The authorities had already planned an operation to crack down on these illegal activities.
According to the mayor, Adama Kalissa had been experiencing abdominal pain and her mother had offered to take her to the hospital, but the victim had refused and secretly gone to the unlicensed clinic with the help of some individuals. The mayor reported that the victim's mother had later searched for her and discovered that she had gone to the clinic, where she ultimately died.
The mother of Adama Kalissa began searching for her after realizing she was taking too long to return. The mayor stated that it was when her mother discovered that she had been to the clinic and was already dead that the news spread, and the authorities were informed. The authorities then responded to the situation by sending security forces and civil protection services to the scene.
Upon being informed of the situation, the local authorities, accompanied by security forces and civil protection services, went to the scene. The mayor reported that they had informed the prosecutor of the situation and that the owner of the clinic and all suspected accomplices were in the custody of the gendarmerie. The victim's body was taken to the ANAIM hospital in Kamsar for an autopsy.
An investigation is currently underway to determine the exact circumstances of Adama Kalissa's death and establish any potential responsibilities. The mayor of Kolaboui has called on the population to remain calm and allow the competent authorities to conduct their investigations. He urged the public to be patient and let the law take its course in holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
The incident highlights the risks associated with clandestine abortions and the need for authorities to crack down on these illegal activities. The case also raises concerns about access to safe and regulated healthcare services, particularly for young women in rural areas.
Key points
- A 19-year-old woman died after undergoing a clandestine abortion at an unlicensed clinic in Guinea.
- The incident occurred on the eve of a planned operation by local authorities to dismantle clandestine health structures and combat the sale of counterfeit medications.
- An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the woman's death and establish potential responsibilities.
