EXCLUSIVE: The Gemological Institute of America’s CEO Susan Jacques Talks Diamonds, Mining and Gem Trends
Jacques addresses the significance of the astounding Lucara Diamond recently discovered, and GIA's work helping dealers, ...
Diamonds are forever, thought Botswana's leaders. But the industry that has shaped the country is faltering
Botswana has long relied on diamonds to fuel its economy, but the industry is faltering. Now, voters have rejected the ruling ...
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Lucara cuts revenue guidance as high value diamond sales fall
a mine in Botswana. Lucara is spending $683m on Karowe which it expects will be fully ramped up by 2028. Project ...
Botswana’s new president aims to clinch De Beers diamond sales pact soon
The pact will see the government's share of diamonds from the Debswana joint venture gradually increase to 50% over the next ...
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The 2,400-carat Botswana diamond that rivals the Crown Jewels
The stone was unearthed last year by Lucara Diamond Corp, HB’s exclusive partner and a Canadian mining company that’s been on a winning streak in recent years at its Karowe mine in Botswana ...
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Diamond-rich Botswana holds an election with new economic challenges for a long-ruling party
This election comes amid new economic uncertainty for Botswana, which relies heavily on diamond mining but is seeing decreased revenue because of a downturn in demand.
Botswana vice president will double as finance minister
Botswana's Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe will also serve as finance minister, the country's new President Duma Boko said on Monday, announcing his cabinet.
Botswana Voters Hand Governing Party a Stunning Rebuke
After 58 years, the Botswana Democratic Party lost its majority in Parliament, becoming the latest long-dominant party in ...