Scientists gain new insights into diamond rain on Neptune, UranusDiamond rain on Neptune and Uranus forms at a lower depth than previously thought.Staff Writer | January 10, 2024 | 6:06 am
De Beers to spend $1 billion on Botswana mine expansionThe approved investment will be used to convert the Jwaneng…Cecilia Jamasmie | January 10, 2024 | 3:42 am
EU adds Alrosa and its CEO to sanctions listAlrosa accounts for over 90% of all Russian diamond production.Staff Writer | January 3, 2024 | 3:08 am
Anglo American cuts 2023 copper output target on poor Chilean ore grades The company said production at its South African unit Kumba Iron Ore will be dented by poor rail capacity. Reuters | December 9, 2022 | 6:24 am
Lucapa achieves highest diamond recovery at Angola mine The Lulo mine haul consist of 20 diamonds weighing a combined 15.51 carats from just one kimberlite bulk sample. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 8, 2022 | 6:45 am
War in east is eroding Congo’s budget surplus, finance minister says Windfall revenue from mining has compensated for some of the unexpected expenses of fighting a rebellion. Bloomberg News | December 4, 2022 | 10:57 am
Most Australian mine workers dissatisfied with their jobs – report A recent report led by researchers at Curtin University found that Australian mining companies have a stronger focus on employees’ physical health and safety than on their mental health and well-being. Staff Writer | November 30, 2022 | 5:05 am
Petra Diamonds to keep Williamson mine idled until mid-2023 The Tanzanian diamond mine has been shut since early November, following a breach in the wall of a tailings dam. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 30, 2022 | 4:03 am
Zimbabwe gives first details of new mining royalty policy The royalty policy that came into effect in October compels miners to pay half of their royalties in minerals and the rest in cash. Bloomberg News | November 24, 2022 | 9:34 am
Mountain Province finds new kimberlite around Gahcho Kue mine The new KE kimberlite is a distinct occurrence that is located on the claims and leases surrounding the Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada. Staff Writer | November 23, 2022 | 6:03 am
Massive emerald cluster sets new record at Gemfields auction The Kafubu Cluster, found at the Kagem mine in Zambia in 2020, became the most expensive single emerald item ever sold by Gemfields. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 18, 2022 | 5:11 am
Lucara extends sales deal with HB by 10 years It allows Lucara sell its +10.8 carat diamond production from Karowe mine, which account for 60% to 70% of its revenue. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 17, 2022 | 7:08 am