Sudan’s Mining Sector Achieves Record 53 Tons of Gold, Surpassing 115% of Annual Target
Sudan’s mining sector recorded a remarkable transformation during the first nine months of 2025, achieving unprecedented gold production of 53 tons — a 115% performance rate — and generating more than SDG 699 billion in revenues, according to economic sources.
Local reports described this output surge as a “turning point” for the Sudanese economy, with gold export revenues reaching $909 million and direct community transfers exceeding SDG 33 billion, highlighting a shift toward institutional and digital efficiency within the mining sector.
According to information obtained by Al-Rai Al-Sudani, Mohamed Taher Omar, Director-General of the Sudanese Mineral Resources Company (SMRC), confirmed that traditional mining alone generated over SDG 300 billion, marking a 506% increase compared to previous years — up from just SDG 1.1 billion in 2022.
The company’s success comes amid a comprehensive digital transformation plan covering its headquarters and state branches, supported by locally developed electronic systems aimed at enhancing transparency, accelerating processes, and ensuring smart institutional integration.
In the Northern State, local officials reported that SDG 33 billion had been transferred to gold-producing communities to fund service and development projects, reinforcing the company’s commitment to responsible mining and sustainable development.
Northern State Governor Lt. Gen. Abdul Rahman Abdul Hamid Ibrahim praised the company’s performance and discipline in managing mining operations, describing 2025’s achievements as “unprecedented progress reflecting the competence of national expertise.”
Economic analysts believe the sustained growth of Sudan’s mining sector could consolidate Sudan’s position as a leading gold producer in Africa, while reducing reliance on traditional resources and driving a more diversified and sustainable economy.
The SMRC continues to implement a governance-driven strategy, supported by its executive office, to enhance digital transformation, transparency, and smart management, positioning itself as a key institution in reshaping Sudan’s economic future.
