Category: Mining

Letšeng Yields 295ct. Rough for Gem Diamonds

Diamond found in Lesotho mine is first over 100 carats this year.

Lucara Digs Up 166ct. Rough from Karowe

Type IIa diamond was found at mine’s high-value M/PK(S) unit in the south lobe.

Debswana Gets Approval for $1B Jwaneng Expansion Phase

Current stage will help facilitate kimberlite sampling and develop infrastructure for underground project.

Bruce Cleaver Steps Down from De Beers Boards

Former CEO will stay on in advisory capacity after helping miner with transition phase.

Sales Strengthen at Canada’s Ekati Diamond Mine

Revenue up 40% year on year in fourth quarter to date, says owner Burgundy.

De Beers Sales Sluggish but Showing Signs of Recovery

Revenue 51% higher than in previous cycle.

Petra Finds Potential Buyer for Shuttered Mine

Koffiefontein deposit in South Africa has been on care and maintenance since November 2022.

Gas Release at Alrosa Mine Kills Three – Report

Criminal case opens following incident at Udachny underground deposit, Russia’s Interfax says.

Four Large Lulo Diamonds Earn $17M for Lucapa

Miner sold 609 carats of rough at Sodiam tender in Angola.

Anglo American to Cut De Beers’ Expenses by $100M

No changes to 2024 production plan despite weak demand.

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