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The world is running out of sand and mafias are filling the void

Did you know that sand is one of the world's top commodities?

The world is running out of sand and mafias are filling the void
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28/08/2025 16:00 ‧ 18 hours ago | StarsInsider

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You may be surprised to know that sand is actually one of the key commodities in demand across the globe. What's behind this pressing need? Construction. Sand is one of the key ingredients in the manufacturing of concrete. But the world is running out of its sand supply while demand continues to grow. "Sand mafias," as they are called, are filling the void, stealing hoards of sand to fill their pockets and supply the construction sector.

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