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As of September 2026, Conakry scores 53/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: mostly — take normal precautions. Conakry is moderately safe for visitors who exercise increased caution and stay vigilant. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (high risk) and robbery (moderate risk). The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Conakry 🇬🇳
Guinea · Assessed 30 September 2026
53
/ 100
Mostly — take normal precautions
Safer than ~45% of countries
What drives this score
Crime53/100CautionHomicide 8.5 / 100k
Sentiment62/100FairCautiously Optimistic
Advisories72Good
Stability56Fair
Health52Caution
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.”
Updated 2026-08-12T15:34:39Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Guinea: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-09-24T08:53:34.1636885-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Caution
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
High risk
58
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
65 / 100 (Cautiously Optimistic)
65
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
1.9M residents
60
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
8.5 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
51
Robbery / mugging
ModerateModerate risk, particularly in isolated areas after dark, near poorly lit alleys or deserted waterfronts.
Pickpocketing
HighFrequent in busy markets like Marché Madina, especially during daylight crowds.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Caution
04 · Institutions
Stability
Fair
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Cautiously Optimistic
62/100
Reported feel65Cautiously Optimistic
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk58High risk
Recent traveler reports describe a generally cautious optimism. Visitors feel safe during daylight activities but remain vigilant after dark and note occasional confrontations with police checkpoints.
Conakry is moderately safe for visitors who exercise increased caution and stay vigilant.
While Conakry is not a major tourist destination, official advisories recommend exercising increased caution due to crime and political instability. Travelers report feeling generally safe during daylight but advise vigilance after dark and around police checkpoints.
Recent developments
- Feb 2026Military junta leader elected president amid enforced disappearances, suspension of opposition parties and media outlets.— Civicus Monitor
- Feb 2024Two shot dead as Conakry was crippled by a general strike.— France 24
- Sep 2023At least two killed in anti-junta protests on the eve of a coup anniversary.— Reuters
- May 2025Work trip turns to 100 days in prison for two UK individuals.— BBC
Common scams
- Unofficial currency exchange
- Improvised checkpoint-barricades demanding money and confiscating items
Full briefing
Conakry, Guinea, presents a safety profile that requires travelers to exercise a high degree of caution. While not a typical tourist hub, the city's safety is impacted by political instability, crime, and infrastructure challenges. Official government advisories from the U.S., Canada, and the UK all recommend increased vigilance, with Canada specifically advising a high degree of caution.
The primary risks for visitors in Conakry are related to crime. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are noted as high-risk activities, particularly in crowded areas like Marché Madina and other busy markets during daylight hours. Robbery is considered a moderate risk, with potential occurrences in isolated, poorly lit areas after dark, such as alleys or deserted waterfronts. The dossier also highlights the risk of improvised checkpoint-barricades manned by individuals demanding money or confiscating items, a tactic that has targeted motorists.
Recent events underscore the volatile political landscape. The election of a military junta leader in February 2026, following enforced disappearances and the suspension of opposition parties, indicates ongoing political tension. Protests have occurred, sometimes resulting in fatalities, as seen in February 2024 and September 2023. Furthermore, a May 2025 incident where two UK individuals were detained for 100 days serves as a stark reminder of potential legal and administrative challenges.
To stay safe in Conakry, travelers should remain highly aware of their surroundings, especially in crowded markets and after dark. It is crucial to monitor local news and government travel advisories, as the situation can change rapidly. Avoiding all demonstrations and political gatherings is strongly advised, as these can escalate quickly and without warning. Travelers should also be prepared for increased security checkpoints and use established transportation methods, being wary of unofficial checkpoints. Carrying copies of important documents, including vaccination records, is also recommended.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Conakry districts for visitors: 2 safer, 4 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Conakry safety map.
RatomaavoidHistory of protests and clashes with security forces; avoid demonstrations and nighttime travel.
Madina MarketavoidMajor market; high pickpocketing and bag-snatching risk, especially during daylight crowds.
KaloumcautionGovernment and business district; moderate crime risk, avoid walking alone after dark.
MatamcautionResidential and commercial area; petty theft common in markets, exercise vigilance.
BoulbinetcautionPort area with fishing activity; pickpocketing and scams target visitors, especially near docks.
TaouyahcautionPopular with locals and visitors; moderate theft risk, avoid isolated streets after sunset.
Îles de LossaferIsland getaway with lower crime; safe for day trips, use licensed boats and return before dark.
DixinnsaferEmbassy zone and upscale residential; stronger security presence, lowest risk for visitors.
07 · After Dark
Is Conakry safe at night?
Moderate risk, particularly in isolated areas after dark, near poorly lit alleys or deserted waterfronts.
After dark, be most careful around Ratoma, Madina Market, Kaloum, Matam. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Conakry safety FAQ
Is Conakry safe for tourists right now?
Conakry is moderately safe for visitors who exercise increased caution and stay vigilant. While Conakry is not a major tourist destination, official advisories recommend exercising increased caution due to crime and political instability. Travelers report feeling generally safe during daylight but advise vigilance after dark and around police checkpoints. (Assessed 30 September 2026.)
Which areas of Conakry should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Ratoma, Madina Market as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Conakry?
- Unofficial currency exchange
- Improvised checkpoint-barricades demanding money and confiscating items
How does Conakry compare with other places in Guinea?
Conakry scores 53/100 — see the Guinea safety overview for country-level data.
How is this Conakry safety score calculated?
The score blends 10+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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