Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris called on Saturday for swift action to address the environmental damage caused by mining activities across the country.
Idris emphasized that close coordination between the Ministry of Minerals and state governments is essential to modernize the sector while safeguarding local ecosystems.
Sudan faces mounting environmental and public health hazards linked to informal gold mining, where the widespread use of toxic chemicals like mercury and cyanides causes land degradation, alongside frequent mine collapses that result in fatal casualties.
Speaking at the conclusion of a mining conference in Khartoum, Idris urged authorities to regulate traditional mining to protect state revenues and artisanal miners while mitigating environmental degradation. He praised the Ministry of Minerals’ strategic plan, highlighting its national geological survey initiative.
The event, organized under the theme “Towards Responsible Mining and Sustainable Development,” brought together regional governors and key industry stakeholders.
Minister of Minerals Nour al-Daem Taha outlined the ministry’s strategic framework for 2026–2030, which aims to position mining as a primary driver of economic growth.
Taha noted that the plan prioritizes curbing gold smuggling, strengthening environmental oversight, boosting state revenue, and attracting foreign investment under clear legal frameworks.
By – https://sudantribune.com/article/316618