Sudan war pushes miners to deadly artisanal gold gamble; teen death highlights risks

Sudan's ongoing conflict has destroyed traditional livelihoods, driving civilians into dangerous artisanal gold mining. The death of 16-year-old Altayeb Alhadi underscores the lethal conditions and lack of safety measures. This reflects a broader humanitarian crisis as war disrupts economic activity and forces desperate measures.

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