Lucara Diamond Corp. has recovered a 692.3-carat diamond from its Karowe mine in Botswana, the second massive rough from the deposit this month. The white, type IIa stone came from the EM/PK(S) unit in the south lobe, known for its large, high-quality rough, Lucara said on Monday 21st of August. The miner found the diamond via its XRT unit, which uses X-ray technology to identify huge stones in large pieces of ore before they get broken up.
Diamonds, the coveted gems that have captivated human imagination for centuries, have been central to Angola’s economic and social fabric. Nestled on the southwestern coast of Africa, Angola has emerged as one of the world’s leading diamond producers. This article delves into the intricate world of diamond mining in Angola, highlighting its historical significance, economic impact, environmental concerns, and efforts towards sustainable practices. Historical Significance Angola’s diamond mining history dates back to the late 19th
Diamonds, the dazzling gemstones that have captured human fascination for centuries, are born from the depths of the Earth in a process that spans millions of years. These precious gems hold within them the secrets of immense pressure, heat, and time, resulting in their unparalleled brilliance and enduring allure. The Geological Crucible: Diamonds begin their journey deep within the Earth’s mantle, approximately 90 to 120 miles below the surface. Here, extreme temperatures reach thousands of
Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, has assured that the Luaxe mining project could soon start its diamond production. Diamantino Azevedo was speaking to the press at the end of another visit to the Luele Mining Company, located in the province of Lunda-Sul. The minister said that the work is taking place within the established schedule, having highlighted the commitment of those responsible for the Luaxe project, whose execution is in the
Anglo American unit De Beers Group said on last week that it was assisting some employees at its Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories whose families were residing in the Yellowknife region and were asked to evacuate due to wildfires. Canadian officials ordered the evacuation of the Northwest Territories’ capital of Yellowknife and several smaller communities on Wednesday as a massive wildfire threatened the town of Hay River overnight. “The Gahcho Kué team
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has stockpiled 300,000 carats of diamonds under new regulations which compel miners to pay half of their royalties using commodities, the state-run Sunday Mail reported. Central bank governor John Mangudya also told the Harare-based newspaper that gold reserves stood at around 350 kilograms, or around $20 million in US dollars. The value of the diamond stockpile is hard to quantify, he added. Zimbabwe introduced regulations last year that require miners to pay
Journalists from various public and private media outlets in the province of Lunda-Sul were equipped with knowledge about the Kimberley Process (KP) on Saturday. The participants were informed about “Mastering the Kimberley Process certification system,” “Kimberley Process trends and current issues in review and reforms,” and “Statistics on global production and trade of rough diamonds: Angola’s position in the ranking.” On the occasion, Estanislau Buio, the Executive Secretary of the Kimberley Process Commission (KP), explained
Catoca Mining Company has resumed diamond sales this month after temporarily suspending them due to a drop in prices in the international market. The company’s gemstone carat prices fell by 22 percent. The chairman of the company’s Management Council, Benedito Manuel, made this announcement. Quoted by RNA yesterday August 13th, Benedito Manuel added that sales are taking place on an experimental basis, given the precautions established to assess market trends. “We have not yet reached
Anglo-Australian mining giant Rio Tinto is to build Canada’s largest solar power plant that willsupply electricity to its diamond mine in the Northwest Territories, the miner announced last week. The plant will cover a quarter of the electricity needs of the Diavik diamond mine by generating around 4,200 megawatt-hours of electricity annually. The move comes as Rio Tinto plans to achieve net-zero emissions across its operations by 2050. The solar plant is expected to cut the
The Luele Mine, located in the Eastern region of the country, between the provinces of Lunda-Norte and Lunda-Sul, is expected to commence effective diamond exploration by the end of the year, as announced by the Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas on Tuesday August 8th. While not disclosing the exact starting month for now, Diamantino Azevedo explained, in statements to the press at the conclusion of his assessment visit to the province of Lunda-Sul,
