“The situation is dire. Our cultural heritage is under threat like never before,” Gashi said. “We must do everything we can to protect and preserve these priceless artifacts for future generations.”
Efforts are being made by local authorities and international organizations to safeguard Sudan’s cultural heritage. The Sudanese government, with support from Unesco and other partners, is working to secure archaeological sites and museums, as well as crack down on the illegal trafficking of antiquities.
Despite these efforts, the ongoing conflict in Sudan poses a significant challenge to the protection of its cultural treasures. The future of Meroë, the pyramids, and other archaeological sites remains uncertain as long as the threat of looting and destruction looms large.
For Fozia Khalid, the caretaker of the pyramids at Meroë, the fear of losing these ancient artifacts is a heavy burden to bear. As she watches over the deserted site, she is determined to do whatever it takes to ensure that Sudan’s rich cultural history is not lost to the ravages of war.
“Incluyendo el Templo de Amón en Jebel Barkal en Karima, así como el dios león Apedemak en Naqa y el relieve de elefante en el templo de Musawwarat, cerca de Meroë.
“Todos los objetos que han sido robados son piezas únicas”, dijo Gashi. “Todos los sitios arqueológicos están ahora en riesgo debido a la guerra.”