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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Mine risk education reduces risks and saves lives – but the danger is far from over
By International Committee of the Red Cross at ReliefWeb
· June 18, 2026
· 3 min read
. For younger generations with no memory of the conflict, the threat is real, but invisible. Mine risk education may be their only warning. No child should fear the land they walk on In August 2025, a 19-year-old was killed in Doboj after entering a marked minefield. He was born after the conflict e
Key takeaway No child should fear the land they walk on In August 2025, a 19-year-old was killed in Doboj after entering a marked minefield.
Why this matters
The ongoing threat of mines in Bosnia and Herzegovina highlights the long-term consequences of conflict and the importance of sustained education and demining efforts. Despite significant progress, with over 80% of once contaminated areas cleared, the remaining 2% of contaminated land still poses a substantial risk, particularly to younger generations with no personal memory of the conflict. The Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina's mine risk education program, supported by the ICRC, has been crucial in reaching vulnerable communities, including schoolchildren and rural residents. However, the changing terrain and increasing technical demands of clearance efforts underscore the need for continued support and innovation in addressing this issue. As the country moves forward, it is essential to maintain funding and collaboration between organizations like the RCSBiH and the Bosnia and Herzegovina Mine Action Centre to ensure that mine risk education and demining efforts remain effective in saving lives and promoting safe land use.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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