Eleven killed in Sudan gold mine collapse as civil war rages
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A partial collapse in a traditional gold mine in northeastern Sudan resulted in 11 fatalities and seven injuries, according to the state mining company. This incident, occurring in a site controlled by the Sudanese Armed Forces amid ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces, underscores the hazards of artisanal mining where safety measures are lacking. Both factions are heavily funded by gold production, which has remained high despite the ongoing civil war. The UAE plays a pivotal role in the gold trade, facing accusations of arming RSF, while the war has escalated the country's economic crisis.
The collapse occurred in an area controlled by the Sudanese Armed Forces, illustrating the ongoing risks miners face amidst a brutal civil war that has devastated the region.
Despite a brutal civil war, Sudan's government reported record gold production of 64 tonnes in 2024, raising questions about safety and economic priorities in the sector.
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