Lucara reports fourth diamond recovery north of 1,000 carats

The diamond, measuring 82.2 x 42.8 x 34.2 mm, is described as a type IIa top-white gem of high quality.

Staff Writer | August 9, 2023 | 8:30 am

Gemstones ‘spill the beans’ on ancient trade routes

Modern techniques applied to gemstones help uncover ancient trade routes.

Staff Writer | August 6, 2023 | 7:24 am

Botswana Diamonds to begin production in South Africa

The miner said the proof of concept currently running at Marsfontein has provided key information for the development of Thorny River.

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 3, 2023 | 9:29 am

Diamond sales at Debswana slump 17% on weak demand

Debswana sold diamonds worth $2.179 billion in H1, compared to $2.622 billion in the same period last year.

Reuters | August 1, 2023 | 7:48 am

Tectonic breakup generates diamonds, researchers find

Study could shape the future of the diamond exploration industry, informing where diamonds are most likely to be found.

Staff Writer | July 27, 2023 | 8:26 am

De Beers $2.3bn Venetia mine expansion yields first diamonds

De Beers stopped its 30-year open pit mining operations at Venetia last year to transition to the underground section of the mine.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 25, 2023 | 5:55 am

New draft decree proposes limiting issuance of mining titles in Colombia’s vulnerable ecosystems

Colombia’s government made public a draft decree aimed at setting new criteria for establishing temporary natural reserves within the context of mining and environmental regulations.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | July 23, 2023 | 11:15 am

Lucara underground Karowe diamond mine cost jumps 25% to $683m

Underground production will be delayed to the first half of 2028, rather than the second half of 2026.

Staff Writer | July 18, 2023 | 10:24 am

Petra Diamonds misses production target for 2023 on lower grades

It produced 2.67 million carats for the year to June 2023, down by 20% from fiscal 2022 and below its guidance of 2.75-2.85 million carats.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 18, 2023 | 3:41 am

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