At least 60 killed in gold mine collapse in Sudan's Kordofan region
A gold mine in Al-Zaraa, Kordofan, Sudan collapsed on Wednesday, killing at least 60 people, with survivors saying many remain trapped under the rubble.
The Al-Zaraa gold mine in Sudan's Kordofan region collapsed on Wednesday, causing at least 60 fatalities. Two survivors reported that numerous victims are still buried beneath the debris. Rescue teams worked through the night, and Khair al-Sayyed Jabara, who helped with the effort, said the exact number of people still inside is unknown. No further official details have been released.
Why it matters
The disaster exposes the severe safety risks in informal mining and its humanitarian impact in Sudan.
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