Angola’s SODIAM Posts $1.4 Billion in Revenue and Major Sales Growth Between January and October The National Diamond Trading Company of Angola (SODIAM) recorded total gross revenue of $1.4 billion between January and October of this year, reflecting an increase of $338.5 million compared to the same period in 2024. A company statement notes that these results demonstrate the robustness of SODIAM’s commercial strategy. During the same period, the company reached a sales volume of
Luele Mining Adopts Advanced Itraceit System to Boost Diamond Transparency, Compliance, and Ethical Sourcing Sociedade Mineira do Luele has announced the integration of Itraceit, a state-of-the-art technological traceability system designed to enhance transparency, control, and regulatory compliance throughout the company’s diamond value chain. According to the company, adopting the Itraceit platform marks a significant milestone in its technological modernization efforts. The system supports Luele’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and strict compliance with
Endiama Strengthens Angola’s Diamond Sector at Kimberley Process Meeting 2025 in the UAE Endiama is actively participating in the 2025 Kimberley Process Meeting, taking place from November 17–21 in the United Arab Emirates, where the company is reinforcing Angola’s commitment to modernizing Kimberley Process (KP) certification and improving global mechanisms for diamond sector credibility, transparency, and responsible governance. The Angolan delegation includes Endiama Executive Administrator Domingos Margarida and Neide Fastudo, Head of Communication and Institutional
Angola’s Block 15 Secures $3 Billion ExxonMobil Investment to Boost Oil Production Through 2037 ExxonMobil will invest three billion dollars to extend the operational lifespan of Block 15 in Angola, following the signing of a new agreement with the National Agency of Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG). The deal was formalized on November 13th in Luanda, during a ceremony led by the Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas. According to the Ministry’s statement, the
Kimberley Process Faces Crucial Vote as WDC Calls for Expanded Conflict Diamond Definition in 2025 World Diamond Council (WDC) president Feriel Zerouki opened the 2025 Kimberley Process (KP) plenary with a strong appeal for member states to endorse a modernised and expanded definition of conflict diamonds, marking a potentially historic shift for the global certification scheme. Zerouki emphasised that the proposal is the result of three years of drafting, negotiation and consensus-building led jointly by
Dangote Group to Build Namibia–Zimbabwe Fuel Pipeline Following $1 Billion Investment Deal Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has announced plans to construct a 2,000-kilometre fuel pipeline running from Walvis Bay in Namibia, through Botswana, to Bulawayo in Zimbabwe. Dangote revealed the plan to Zimbabwean media after signing a US$1 billion investment agreement with the Zimbabwean government in Harare on Wednesday. The deal was finalised during a meeting with President Emmerson Mnangagwa. “I have signed an agreement
Rhino Resources Expands Namibia Offshore Program, Targets First Oil by 2030 Rhino Resources has extended its offshore drilling campaign in Namibia after amending its contract with Northern Ocean Ltd (NOL) to include an additional firm well test on the Deepsea Mira rig. The contract amendment adds 28 days to the firm term and will be executed before the three optional wells already scheduled under the existing agreement. The Deepsea Mira, owned by Northern Ocean and
Namibia Maintains Current Diamond Holdings, Says No Cabinet Decision on De Beers Equity The Namibian government has clarified that no decision has been made regarding the potential acquisition of shares in De Beers. The Ministry of Mines and Energy confirmed that the matter has not yet been considered by Cabinet. The Ministry emphasized that the State remains fully invested in its existing 50% stakes in Namdeb and Debmarine Namibia, which continue to underpin the country’s
Lucara Reports Strong Q3 Results as Karowe Mine Delivers Major Diamond Recoveries and Advances Underground Project Toronto-listed Lucara Diamond Corp. reported revenue of $51.2 million from the sale of 101 422 carats during the quarter ended September 30, supported by strong recoveries and continued progress at its Karowe diamond mine in Botswana. In August, Lucara recovered a 1 015 ct non-gem diamond and a 37.42 ct near-gem pink Type IIa diamond. The 1 015 ct
Botswana Seeks Control of De Beers as Angola Joins Race for Diamond Giant Botswana is taking concrete steps to acquire a majority stake in De Beers, President Duma Boko announced on Monday, shortly after Angola revealed its own plans to pursue control of the global diamond powerhouse. Botswana currently holds a 15% share in De Beers and contributes around 70% of the company’s annual rough diamond output, making it a cornerstone of the southern African
