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Sudan’s $1.8bn gold boom defies war, boosts forex and investor confidence

Gold bars. Photo by Jingming Pan @ Unsplash
Gold bars. Photo by Jingming Pan @ Unsplash
  • Gold output beats target despite conflict pressures
  • Revenue surge strengthens forex inflows and debt outlook

 

KHARTOUM, SUDAN – Sudan’s gold sector delivered a rare economic bright spot in 2025, producing 70 metric tons – 13% above target -despite ongoing conflict, generating about $1.8 billion in government revenue.

The performance underscores gold’s strategic role as Sudan’s primary source of foreign exchange and a key stabiliser for an economy under severe strain. It also highlights an industry that has rebounded sharply after war-related disruptions that crippled output in 2023.

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