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SimFer hands over three key community infrastructures in Beyla and Macenta

October 28, 2026

Investments in education, sanitation, and environmental sustainability will help create lasting benefits for communities and future generations.

Beyla, Republic of Guinea – SimFer officially handed over three key community infrastructure projects to local authorities and beneficiaries: the High School of Beyla, the landfill and composting facility of Beyla and Macenta. Together, this infrastructure represents a total investment of more than 11 billion GNF.

Local authorities and SimFer cut the ribbon at the official handover ceremony in Beyla

The three projects were developed to address community priorities in education, sanitation, and waste management while creating opportunities for sustainable local development. Through these investments, SimFer continues to support initiatives that improve well-being conditions, strengthen local services, and create lasting value for host communities.

Students and guests in front of the High School of Beyla

The High School of Beyla includes 12 classrooms, administrative facilities and supporting infrastructure designed to improve learning conditions and strengthen access to quality education for young people in the prefecture.

Visitors in a classroom of the High School of Beyla

The landfill and composting facilities in Beyla and Macenta will contribute to strengthening local waste management systems while promoting the recovery and reuse of organic waste through compost production. The initiatives contribute to cleaner communities, improved public health, environmental protection, and new economic opportunities linked to local agricultural activities.

Officials visit a waste storage and composting facility

Manager, Communities and Social Performance at SimFer, Fanta Keita, who attended the event said: “This infrastructure reflects our commitment to creating sustainable benefits for the communities around Simandou. By supporting education, improving sanitation, and promoting environmental sustainability, we are helping create opportunities for future generations while contributing to the long-term development of local communities.”

Through investments such as these, SimFer works hand in hand with communities and local authorities to ensure the benefits generated by Simandou translate into lasting improvements in education, community wellbeing and environmental sustainability.