At least 60 people have died after a gold mine collapsed in Kordofan, a region in southern Sudan, according to two survivors who spoke with Agence France-Presse (AFP), a French news agency. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of mining operations in the area, which are often carried out under difficult conditions with limited regulation. Rescue teams are still working to search for any possible survivors trapped beneath the rubble. However, they are facing significant challenges, including unstable ground and the sheer scale of the collapse, which has made it difficult to access the site. The situation is further complicated by the remote location of the mine, which limits the number of rescuers and equipment that can be deployed quickly. Gold mining in Sudan has long been a source of both economic opportunity and risk. Many miners work in informal or small-scale operations, often without proper safety equipment or oversight. These conditions increase the likelihood of accidents such as cave-ins, which can be deadly. Local authorities have not yet provided an official death toll, and more information is expected as rescue efforts continue. The incident has drawn attention to the need for better safety standards and regulation in the country’s mining industry, which remains a critical but hazardous sector of Sudan’s economy.