Sierra Leone Monitoring Developments Following Conakry Landfill Landslide

The Government of Sierra Leone has announced that it is closely monitoring developments following the deadly landslide at the Dar-es-Salam landfill in Gbessia, Conakry, Republic of Guinea, which occurred on August 23, 2026, and reportedly resulted in casualties. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, authorities are working to determine whether any…

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Guinea-Sierra Leone Border Tensions Ease After Diplomatic Efforts, Dispute Remains Unresolved

The border between Guinea (Conakry) and Sierra Leone is shaped by colonial-era decisions when French and British colonial powers demarcated territories. Decades later, these colonial ambiguities have left some border points disputed, especially in regions along the Loma Mountains. These unresolved demarcations have occasionally led to misunderstandings and minor border incidents, but the recent events mark one of the…

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