Landfill collapse in Guinea kills 30 after heavy rains.
Guinea's largest landfill collapsed before dawn Sunday, killing at least 22 people in Conakry. Heavy rains triggered the slide, burying shacks at the Dar Es Salam site.
- At least 22 dead, per a provisional toll from the civil protection service.
- Deutsche Welle reported at least 30 dead and 6 seriously injured.
- 18 bodies had been pulled out and taken to a morgue, a local official told AFP.
- Rain began around 3 a.m., washing over the refuse and triggering the collapse.
Why it matters: The landfill had been slated for closure, and nearby residents had received eviction notices — but many had not yet left when the slide struck.
- The government had ordered expulsions and safety measures specifically because of collapse risks.
How 18 sources split on this story
Where they split: Death toll figures diverge: most outlets cite at least 22, while Deutsche Welle reports at least 30.
Center coverage, 9 sources: The center outlets add context about seasonal rain risks and note similar landfill collapses in Uganda and Ethiopia, framing this as part of a recurring regional pattern.
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- Territorial administration minister Djenabou Touré pledged to relocate remaining families.
- How many people ignored or never received eviction notices, and why enforcement was incomplete before the scheduled closure date.
- Whether the final death toll will rise significantly once the search and rescue operation concludes.