-Zimbabwe has taken over as the new Chair of the African Diamond Producers Association (ADPA), a move that is likely to reactivate the diamond mining sector and possibly deliver growth. Zimbabwe's cha

According to GlobalData, Botswana is the world's second-largest producer of diamonds, with output of 24,810kct in 2022, up by 8% on 2021. Over the five years to 2021, production from Botswana decrease

The project is now expected to commence production in the first half of 2028, a year later than previously planned. Capital costs have also increased by 25% to $683 million.

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,

The 1,080.1 carat diamond, measuring an impressive 82.2 x 42.8 x 34.2mm, is a Type IIa top white gem of exceptional quality. Discovered in the Coarse XRT unit at Karowe, the diamond was obtained throu

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

Anglo American, a global mining company, has announced the appointment of Matt Walker as the new CEO of its Marketing business. This decision comes after Peter Whitcutt, who has been with the company

RioZim Limited, a diversified mining firm with vested interests in gold, chrome and diamonds in Zimbabwe, has achieved a significant milestone by posting its first increase in gold output in over five

The recently concluded 2023 Kimberley Process Plenary has marked a significant milestone in the efforts to regulate the diamond trade and enhance consumer confidence in natural diamonds.

The company has signed amended documentation relating to its senior secured project financing debt package, which amounts to US$220 million. Under the amended agreement, the repayment profile has be