Angolan Mining Oil & Gas

Lucara Diamond Corp, owner of the Karowe mine in Botswana, has appointed Dr. Lauren Freeman as Vice President of Mineral Resources, effective from July 1. In her new role, Freeman will oversee all aspects of mineral resource management at Lucara’s flagship Karowe mine and will play a key role in shaping the company’s development strategy. Freeman brings over 25 years of experience in the mining industry, specializing in large Type II diamonds. Her expertise spans

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Petra Diamonds revealed expansion plans for its Finsch and Cullinan mines in South Africa, targeting production of between 3.4 to 3.7 million carats by 2028, representing a 15% to 17% increase over three years. CEO Richard Duffy stated that the expansion, requiring about $100 million in annual sustaining and expansion capital, will be self-funded. The UK-listed diamond producer also announced the appointment of Johan Snyman as CFO, effective October, succeeding Jacques Breytenbach who announced his

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The proposed sale of Anglo American’s 85% stake in De Beers would enhance market visibility and focus, according to Richard Duffy, CEO of Petra Diamonds. Duffy suggested that De Beers, as an independent entity, would invest more in marketing efforts. Anglo American announced on May 14 its intention to sell De Beers as part of a group-wide restructuring, which includes unbundling its shares in Anglo American Platinum. During an investor day, Duffy outlined new life-of-mine

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Petra Diamonds has projected a significant increase in production, aiming for at least a 22% rise by fiscal year 2029, driven by expansions at its Cullinan and Finsch mines. The company announced last week that it expects total output for fiscal 2024, ending June 30, to range between 2.7 million and 2.8 million carats. Looking ahead, Petra anticipates production to reach between 2.8 million and 3.1 million carats next year, with further growth to between

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