Blestemul aurului de pe Nil: Sudanul își pierde terenurile fertile și capacitatea de a produce hrană, în plin război civil

The artisanal gold mining boom in Sudan, driven by war and poverty, has led to severe public health crises in Abu Hamad. Toxic chemicals used in gold extraction contaminate soil and water, harming agriculture and local health. In 2024, artisanal mining accounted for over 90% of Sudan's gold production, with Abu Hamad emerging as a major mining hub. The environmental impact has devastated local farming, drastically reducing crop yields and leading to food insecurity. The ongoing conflict has allowed unregulated mining activities to flourish, with both military factions profiting from the sector. Recent health data indicates alarming rates of congenital malformations among newborns, highlighting the urgent need for regulatory measures to address the crisis.