Sudan's Fertile Lands Threatened
A news report reveals that artisanal gold mining in the Abu Hamed area of Sudan, which began in 2008 and has significantly expanded over the past six years, poses serious threats to the environment and public health, and harms agriculture. Crop yields such as wheat and beans have sharply declined, while water and soil have been contaminated with waste containing toxic substances like mercury and cyanide. This has led to increased cases of kidney failure, birth defects, and higher animal mortality rates, along with the deteriorating educational and economic future of the region. The ongoing gold mining, which accounts for over 90% of the country's production, is linked to the ongoing civil war involving the Rapid Support Forces and the army. Massive revenues are looted across borders, deepening the economic and health crises in Sudan.
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