Botswana Mining Review Comprehensive Coverage of the Progress and Achievements in the Mining Sector

Organisers of the annual renowned mining jamboree Mining Indaba have announced the theme for next year’s event. According to the organisers, the Mining Indaba 2025 will be held under the banner: Future-Proofing African Mining, Today! “Together, let’s mine not only precious resources but also hope, resilience, and a legacy worthy …

Africa’s once-promising allure for mining exploration has dimmed considerably, according to the latest Fraser Institute Survey of Mining Companies. The continent now houses the most jurisdictions ranked at the bottom of the global attractiveness index, raising concerns about policy uncertainty and environmental regulations. While rich in mineral wealth, numerous African …

After a remarkable seven-year tenure, Dennis Vietze, the Managing Director of Wacker Neuson South and Sub-Saharan Africa, is embarking on a new chapter. Effective October 1st, 2024, Vietze will take the helm of Wacker Neuson Australia & New Zealand. Vietze’s African odyssey began in June 2017, and since then, his …

Botswana’s once-booming mining industry is grappling with significant production slowdowns, according to a recent report by state-run Statistics Botswana. The Diamond Index, a key indicator of the sector’s health, fell 1.8% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2019, painting a concerning picture. While diamond production dipped slightly, the report attributes …

While the global diamond industry grapples with the fallout of sanctions on Russian stones, Botswana’s diamond sector is experiencing a remarkable surge. This southern African nation, the world’s second-largest diamond producer, is witnessing a confluence of positive developments that are solidifying its position as a key player in the market. …