At least 83 gold miners were killed when the Al-Zaraa gold mine collapsed in Western Kordofan state in western Sudan. The incident took place on September 15 in a region controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group currently engaged in conflict with the Sudanese regular army. The collapse was one of the deadliest in a series of mining-related tragedies in the country. Similar incidents have occurred in the past, with one recent mine collapse in western Sudan resulting in more than 80 deaths. Mining accidents are frequent in Sudan, yet they have not deterred thousands of people from seeking work in the dangerous industry. Gold mining has become a critical source of funding for various groups involved in the ongoing conflict, which has lasted for more than three years. Despite the risks, many Sudanese continue to pursue mining jobs, driven by economic necessity and the lure of income in a country facing severe economic hardship. The gold rush in Sudan has intensified as the conflict has disrupted other sources of livelihood and employment. Many miners work in informal, unregulated mines, which are more prone to accidents due to poor safety standards and lack of oversight. These conditions contribute to the high death tolls seen in mining incidents across the country. The ongoing conflict and economic instability have made gold mining a vital, if dangerous, resource for many in Sudan. The industry continues to attract workers despite the risks, highlighting the desperate need for income in a nation struggling with widespread poverty and political unrest.