Ivory Coast Abidjan continuous heavy rainfall triggered landslides causing 12 deaths and 5 injuries.

date
30/06/2026
According to local media reports on the 29th, continuous heavy rainfall in Abidjan, the economic capital of Cote d'Ivoire, has triggered landslides, resulting in at least 12 deaths and 5 injuries. According to preliminary statistics from the Cote d'Ivoire military fire department, the heavy rainfall caused landslides in the Mosikro community, resulting in the collapse of many houses and at least 12 deaths, with 5 others injured. The injured have been urgently taken to hospitals for treatment. Rescue workers are still on the scene searching to confirm if there are any other missing persons. Due to the impact of the heavy rainfall, many areas in Abidjan have experienced serious flooding and interruptions in transportation.