Diamond Top Stories

Anglo American’s falling shares fuel takeover rumours

Analysts say Anglo's current low valuation and diversified portfolio makes it an attractive target for potential buyers.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 12, 2023 | 4:03 am

Lucapa fetches $17 million for four diamonds recovered from Lulo mine in Angola

The tender was conducted by Sodiam E.P in Luanda, and…

Staff Writer | December 11, 2023 | 12:39 pm

Petra Diamonds says the worst is likely over

Petra's 20% increase in like-for-like prices for its latest tender…

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 8, 2023 | 6:34 am

G7 to ban Russian diamonds, announce measures on price cap, assets

The group is expected to announce a direct ban as…

Reuters | December 6, 2023 | 7:39 am

Researchers map Australia’s path to address yearly A$4 billion on mine closure expenditures

Annual expenditures on mine closure and rehabilitation activities in Australia…

Staff Writer | December 5, 2023 | 6:06 am

When art meets mining

A photographer explores the relationship between humans and the natural environment by capturing some of South Africa’s most famous mines.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | October 9, 2022 | 7:48 am

Surging coal, lithium prices can’t stem sell-off in top 50 mining stocks

World’s 50 biggest mining companies have shed $627 billion since hitting highs in March this year even as investors pile into the best performing sectors.

Frik Els | October 5, 2022 | 3:40 pm

De Beers rough diamond sales for eighth cycle of the year at $500 million

Sales declined 21.6% from the previous Sight but were flat compared to the same period last year.

Staff Writer | October 5, 2022 | 12:56 pm

Ukraine opposes Belarus bid to lead conflict diamond organization

Ukraine has accused Russia of trying to push its ally Belarus to the top of an international diamond certification body.

Reuters | October 5, 2022 | 8:12 am

Zimbabwe wants half of royalties paid in gems, precious metals

The Treasury was concerned that the country does not have reserves of the minerals.

Bloomberg News | September 30, 2022 | 8:48 am

Alrosa discovers 22 new diamond deposits in Zimbabwe

Alrosa will only be allowed to work on two of the diamond deposits, while the rest will be made available to other investors.

Bloomberg News | September 28, 2022 | 11:59 am

Another mine dam wall collapses in South Africa

There were no immediate reports of any injuries or deaths from the latest dam wall collapse at the dormant diamond mine, which was once owned by De Beers.

Reuters | September 27, 2022 | 3:11 pm

Transparency International urges EU sanctions on Russian diamonds, Alrosa

More sanctions on individuals - including those involved in organizing Moscow's ad hoc votes in occupied east Ukraine on joining Russia - are also expected.

Reuters | September 26, 2022 | 9:31 am

South Africa mine dam collapse highlights patchy regulation

The collapse of a tailings dam in South Africa earlier this month has put the spotlight on the need for binding global regulations of facilities used to store mining waste.

Reuters | September 23, 2022 | 7:32 am

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