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2,492-carat diamond found in Botswana; largest since 1905

A diamond discovered at a Botswana diamond mine is the biggest diamond to be found in 119 years. The 2,492-carat rough diamond was unveiled at a viewing party held by Botswana officials this week. A ...
Forbes

Botswana’s President Masisi Gives Multi-Faceted Diamond Talk At JCK

During JCK 2024, Mokgweetsi Masisi, President of Botswana, spoke before an audience with JCK editor Victoria Gomelsky regarding the past, present and future of Botswana's diamond industry. Presented ...
The New York Times

In Botswana’s Election, Diamond Profits Are a Defining Issue

The party that has governed the country since 1966 could lose power as the economy struggles from a slump in demand for diamonds, which made Botswana an African success story. By John Eligon and ...
The New York Times

Second-Largest Diamond Ever Found Is Discovered in Botswana

The diamond was unearthed using new technology, and miners hope it will bring back luster to a struggling industry. By Lynsey Chutel Reporting from London The diamond was so large that it obscured the ...
Reuters

De Beers upbeat on Botswana diamond pact after meeting new president

GABORONE, Nov 14 (Reuters) - De Beers' CEO said he expected negotiations on a new diamond sales pact with Botswana's government to be wrapped up within weeks, after meeting with the country's new ...