Chad bans sand mining on Chari River, threatening livelihoods of thousands

Chad's Ministry of Mines has banned sand extraction along the Chari River, which has suffered severe degradation due to years of intensive mining near the capital N'Djamena. The ban aims to protect the environment and wildlife, but has sparked controversy as thousands of residents depend on sand mining for their income. The decision highlights the tension between environmental protection and the economic survival of local communities.

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