The historic sale of two extraordinary diamonds from the world-renowned Karowe Mine in Botswana has been completed by Lucara Diamond Corp. The final payment and delivery of the legendary 549-carat Sethunya and the breathtaking 1,080-carat Eva Star mark one of the most significant diamond transactions in recent history. Both diamonds, …
Read More »Botswana Forecasts Economic Growth Amidst Diamond Market Recovery
Botswana’s economy is poised for a rebound this year, with a projected growth rate of 3.3%, according to Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe. This positive outlook hinges on a revitalized diamond market, a sector that has historically been the cornerstone of the country’s economy. However, the path to recovery has been …
Read More »Mining, automotive leaders in high-powered Mining Indaba brainstorm
A high-powered interactive workshop at Investing In African Mining Indaba proposed a range of solutions for commodity-rich African countries to work with the automotive sector to re-think industrial policy around critical minerals. In the emerging energy transition era, the convergence of the mining and automotive sectors is set to shape …
Read More »AFSIC 2025 – Investing in Africa
AFSIC – Investing in Africa is the leading Africa focused investment conference and is held annually in London. AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2025 will take place on 14 – 15th October 2025 at Park Plaza Westminster. At the heart of AFSIC is dialogue focusing on nurturing investment and collaboration …
Read More »Innovator Awarded US$25,000 Research Grant- Mining Indaba
Lisa October and Diana Kasymova have been named the winners of the 2025 Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield following a fiercely competitive final round at Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield (MIRB), convened by the Development Partner Institute (DPI) and hosted at Investing in African …
Read More »Major Player Pledges to Boost Local Procurement in DRC
A significant moment unfolded at the ongoing Investing in African Mining Indaba when a major mining company pledged to enhance its local procurement in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following insights from a local community organiser.This commitment was made at the conclusion of a session titled “Disruption Required – …
Read More »ABB and Epiroc Strengthen Collaboration on Underground Trolley Solutions for Mining
Epiroc and ABB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underground trolley solutions, supporting the mining industry’s transition towards increased productivity, enhanced safety and decarbonisation. This agreement builds on previous successful technology deployments in Swedish mines. Under the MoU, both companies will work together to conduct a comprehensive …
Read More »Staying Focused Amidst Measured Progress in Mining
Despite global geopolitical uncertainties, Africa’s mining sector continues to make measurable strides in advancing its economic and social contributions. Speaking at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, SRK Consulting Managing Director Andrew van Zyl noted the sector’s steady progress in adopting safer and more responsible mining practices. …
Read More »De Beers and Botswana Deal – A Milestone or a Political Battleground?
The recent announcement of the Rough Diamond Sales Agreement between the Government of Botswana and De Beers Group has sparked intense debate, with political parties staking their claims on its success. While the current administration under the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) presents the deal as a landmark achievement, the …
Read More »Mining Indaba: Handshake Signals New Era of Community Engagement
Cape Town – A powerful moment unfolded at the Investing in African Mining Indaba this week, as a mining company publicly committed to enhancing its local procurement efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in response to a direct challenge from a local activist. The commitment came during a panel …
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