Sudan has announced plans to establish a factory dedicated to the production of prosthetic limbs, a necessary response to the growing number of amputees resulting from the ongoing conflict in the country. Health Minister Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim revealed the initiative during his visit to the National Mine Action Center in Omdurman, emphasizing the need to support those who have lost limbs due to the violence.
While official statistics are not available, Ibrahim highlighted the severity of the issue, noting that many of the amputees, including a significant number of children, have been victims of the war. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has intensified, with relentless artillery and airstrikes primarily impacting civilians in Khartoum and surrounding areas.
Ibrahim stressed the importance of the prosthetic limb factory in helping amputees regain mobility and reintegrate into society. The factory, which is currently in development, is expected to provide much-needed rehabilitation for those who have suffered life-changing injuries. In addition to addressing the needs of the amputees, the minister commended the efforts of the mine action center in removing unexploded ordnance from areas affected by the conflict.
Jamal al-Bishri, the director of the mine action center, confirmed that over 6,000 explosive devices have been cleared from Khartoum state, significantly reducing the risks posed to civilians. Ibrahim also called for intensified efforts in clearing dangerous areas as the Sudanese army seeks to regain full control over Khartoum.
During his visit, Ibrahim also opened a new kidney dialysis center at al-Fateh Hospital in Karari and toured a health facility managed by the Central Reserve Forces, highlighting the ongoing efforts to improve medical care amid the crisis.