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In 2023, Guinea faced significant natural, political, and health crises that deeply impacted the humanitarian situation. Two major disasters struck: floods in Coyah, Siguiri, Kindia, and Conakry, and a devastating fire at the Conakry hydrocarbon depot, which resulted in several deaths and injuries. Volunteers provided emergency assistance, including evacuations and shelter support for displaced households.
Heavy rains in Coyah caused flooding that affecting thousands of people, destroyed homes, displaced families, and damaged agricultural lands. Volunteers administered first aid, evacuated injured residents, and supported displaced families by relocating them to safe shelters.
Guinea also dealt with three epidemics alongside the ongoing COVID-19 response: diphtheria in Siguiri, a nationwide poliomyelitis outbreak, and a dengue epidemic in Conakry. Authorities activated emergency response committees, strengthened surveillance, and launched mass vaccination campaigns to control the outbreaks.
The political landscape was marked by protests organized by opposition groups demanding a return to constitutional order, reflecting frustration with the military junta’s unilateral governance. Violent demonstrations, internet restrictions, and media shutdowns exacerbated the country’s instability, further complicating efforts to address the humanitarian needs.