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European Union Funds Clearance of 156,000 Square Metres of Landmines in Sudan

The European Union Mission in Sudan has announced that it has funded the clearance of more than 156,000 square metres of land contaminated by landmines and explosive ordnance, including at Khartoum Airport.

In a statement published on its social media account, the mission said that the EU-funded mine clearance project in Sudan had achieved tangible results since June 2026.

The mission reported that more than 17,500 civilians had received training on explosive ordnance risk awareness and safety.

It also announced that seven major electricity substations had been cleared, paving the way for the restoration of electricity supplies to hospitals and homes.

In addition, more than 17,500 civilians had received life-saving risk awareness training.

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