Diamond Mine Turns Up a New Beetle Species, and This Week’s Other News

Members of the editorial team pick their favorite pieces from the internet.

Okavango Becomes First Non-Mining Member of NDC

Managing director of Botswana’s rough-marketing company will join council’s board of directors.

G7 Sanctions Will Harm Botswana’s Diamond Development, Officials Say

Fresh off the success of its deal with De Beers, the government is concerned the new measures will be a step back for its diamond industry.

De Beers Sales Improve, but Still Down at February Sight

US retailers slow to restock, while demand for diamond jewelry grows in India.

Lucara Rough-Supply Deal with HB Back On

Manufacturer will purchase all diamonds over 10.8 carats and give miner a share of polished profit.

Botswana Assigns $65M for Stake in Belgian Manufacturer

Country will buy 24% of HB Antwerp and will see profit from sale of polished.

An Ancient Greek Temple Filled with 2,700-Year-Old Jewelry, and This Week’s Other News

Members of the editorial team pick their favorite pieces from the internet.

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.

The 10 Most-Read Stories of 2023

News about De Beers dominates this year’s list.

A New Dawn for the Botswana Diamond Industry

The country is at a pivotal point in its diamond journey, with the new deal between De Beers and the government seen as a catalyst for growth.

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