Gold Mine Collapse in Northeastern Sudan Kills Dozens
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Updated Sep 20
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What happened
A gold mine shaft collapsed in northeastern Sudan on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The incident resulted in the deaths of at least 11 miners and injuries to 30 individuals. A search was reportedly ongoing under the debris.
Why it matters
The collapse was the second informal gold mine incident in Sudan within a single week. This series of accidents occurs while Sudan grapples with a civil war that has pushed parts of the country into famine.
Sudan is facing multiple crises, including internal clashes in Blue Nile and North Kordofan, severe flooding, and displacement into Ethiopia, while Red Sea access is disrupted.
Who's involved
- SudanCountry where the informal gold mining sector is located
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The entities involved
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Sudan
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Red Sea
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