The researchers at the Mycetoma Research Centre, University of Khartoum had isolated in collaboration with researchers at Rotterdam University and Utrik Fungus Center in The Netherlands a new causative organism for mycetoma, which is a common health problem in the tropical and subtropical regions and Sudan seems to be the mycetoma homeland. The organism is named Madurella fahal as an honor to Professor Ahmed Fahal, Professor of Surgery, University of Khartoum, for him excellent work in the field of mycetoma in the Sudan.The Mycetoma Research Center was established in 1991, under the umbrella of the University of Khartoum. It was set up at Soba University Hospital to provide an integrated high quality medical care for Mycetoma patients, superb research and excellent education and teaching in the various aspects of Mycetoma. The center is recognized globally as a world leader and an authoritative advisor in Mycetoma management and research. The center is dedicated to the continuing discovery and development of scientific knowledge and clinical skills applied to the care of Mycetoma patients. To eradicate Mycetoma, as a life-mutilating disease, through the advancement of medical care, research, education and disease prevention