30 killed as landfill collapses onto homes in Guinea capital following heavy rains

A devastating landfill collapse occurred in Conakry, Guinea, early Sunday morning, August 23, 2026, claiming the lives of at least 30 people and seriously injuring six others. The disaster struck around 2 am local time following a period of heavy rains, which are believed to have destabilized the Dar-es-Salaam dumpsite. Residents and rescue workers are currently using excavators to search for more bodies buried under the debris. This tragic event highlights the dangers posed by informal settlements near unstable waste sites, particularly in areas prone to severe weather.