The Gold Rush at the Heart of a Civil War
Briefly

Despite the catastrophic impact of war and famine in Sudan, the gold trade has thrived, with production levels exceeding prewar figures, highlighting a dark paradox.
Illicit gold transactions are orchestrated by paramilitary groups entrenched in the conflict, as demonstrated by the recent flight to Juba that transported millions worth of smuggled gold.
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