Search results for 'Diamonds'
Botswana
Botswana's Diamond Model: A Blueprint for African Countries Eyeing Gem Success
The multi-year deal between Botswana and De Beers will significantly increase the supply of precious stones to the country. As other African nations, such as Zimbabwe, explore their diamond resources,
Aug 07, 2023
Markets
De Beers' Cycle 8 Rough Diamond Sales Reflect Industry Rebalancing and Increased Marketing Investment
De Beers, a subsidiary of global mining company Anglo American, has reported a provisional figure of $200 million for the rough diamond sales value in its eighth sales cycle of 2023. This figure repre
Oct 06, 2023
South Africa
Venetia Mine Halted: De Beers Stops Mining at South Africa’s Largest Diamond Operation
De Beers is set to pause production for two years at Venetia, South Africa’s largest diamond mine, after prolonged weakness in rough diamond prices reduced the commercial value of extracting additiona
Jul 14, 2026
Zimbabwe
Diamond Policy Paralysis: A Warning Zimbabwe’s Diamond Policy Can No Longer Ignore
De Beers has cut its prices in July 2026, reflecting growing pressure as weak Chinese luxury demand, the rapid expansion of lab-grown diamonds, and increased rough supply from producers such as Angola
Jul 15, 2026
Top Stories
GetBucks Joins Four Other Capitalized Deposit-Taking Microfinance Institutions as Sector Strengthens
The first half of 2026 therefore presents a mixed but improving picture. On one side, GetBucks has successfully crossed the US$5 million capital threshold, increasing the number of adequately capitali
20 hours agoZimbabwe’s Digital Payment Economy Expands as Mobile Money and Debit Cards Rise, while POS Stalls
That combination suggests that Zimbabwe's financial system is not simply becoming larger. It is becoming more digital. The real test in the second half of 2026 will be whether this expanding infrastru
20 hours ago
