Sudan Mine Accident Leaves 11 Workers Dead

A gold mine accident in northeastern Sudan has left 11 workers dead and around 30 others injured after a mine shaft suddenly collapsed in a remote part of the Red Sea state.

The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday in the Oni area, where workers were operating inside a gold mine. The sudden collapse brought down a large section of the shaft, leaving heavy debris across the site.

Emergency and rescue teams were sent to the location after the collapse was reported. Officials fear that additional workers could still be trapped beneath the rubble. Search operations are continuing as teams remove debris and inspect the collapsed sections of the mine.

The number of casualties could change as rescue workers gain access to areas that remain covered by the debris. Authorities have not yet provided a complete account of how many people were inside the mine when the shaft gave way.

Mining accidents have become a recurring concern in Sudan, particularly in gold producing areas where many workers operate under difficult conditions. The country has a large informal gold mining sector, and accidents linked to unstable shafts and inadequate safety measures have been reported repeatedly.

The latest incident has once again drawn attention to safety conditions in Sudan’s gold mines. Workers often operate in remote locations where access to emergency services and modern mining equipment can be limited, making rescue operations especially difficult when a collapse occurs.

A separate mining disaster was recently reported in western Sudan, where at least 82 people were reportedly killed. That incident added to concerns over safety standards across the country’s gold mining industry.

Gold mining remains an important part of Sudan’s economy, providing income for thousands of workers and contributing significantly to the country’s mineral production. However, the sector also faces challenges involving safety regulations, informal mining practices and limited oversight in remote areas.

The Red Sea state accident is therefore being closely watched as rescue teams continue their search. Authorities are expected to assess the condition of the mine and determine what caused the shaft to collapse once the immediate rescue operation is completed.

For families waiting for information about missing workers, the search remains the most urgent priority. Rescue personnel are continuing to clear the site while authorities work to establish the full scale of the accident.