Khartoum: Minister of Minerals, Nour Al-Da’em Taha, announced the formation of a strategic committee, alongside regular forces, to secure mining activities across all Sudanese states.
According to Sudan News Agency, during his visit to the River Nile and Northern States, Minister Taha held meetings with state officials, including the Wali of River Nile State, Dr. Mohamed Al-Badawi Abdelmajid. The discussions focused on reviewing the performance of the Sudanese Mineral Resources Company and addressing technical and environmental challenges. A shared vision was established to transform River Nile into a model for organized and regulated mining.
The Minister also toured Dar Mali Market, one of Sudan’s key mining markets, where he commended the workers’ efforts and called for improved strategies to enhance production and economic returns. He stressed Sudan’s capability to reclaim its land and the role of economic advancement in countering rebel activities.
Minister Taha emphasized the necessity of completing Sudan’s geological map and announced plans to halt investment block allocations without proper studies. He aims to organize artisanal mining, promote green mining, and ensure environmental safety. Additionally, he revealed intentions to restructure mining markets, closing and reopening all markets under a single, regulated outlet using modern monitoring systems.
The minister highlighted Sudan’s mineral diversity, including gold, iron, copper, and sand, as vital for industrial and strategic development. He noted that gold has been instrumental in supporting the state amid economic challenges and conflict, enabling continued operations until all territories are secured.
Minister Taha was accompanied by senior officials from the Sudanese Mineral Resources Company, the General Authority for Geological Research, and security and mining authorities.