Botswana, De Beers and diamonds

Botswana, the country with the biggest diamonds, gets an improved 10-year deal with miner De Beers
The Botswana government signed a new diamond sales agreement crucial to its economy with the De Beers mining company on Tuesday after seven years of negotiations. The deal gives the government an increasing share of diamond sales through the Debswana company — its joint venture with De Beers,
Botswana: Industry Hails Overdue Botswana-De Beers Diamond Deal
Experts have welcomed the signing of a long-delayed rough diamond sales agreement between Botswana and South African mining giant De Beers. Representatives of the Botswana government and De Beers put pen to paper Tuesday on a 10-year deal following six years of negotiations.
Botswana, De Beers sign new diamonds agreement, securing operations until 2054
The partnership secures long-term value from existing mines and expansions such as Jwaneng Cut-9 and Jwaneng Underground.
Botswana, De Beers sign long-delayed diamonds deal
Botswana's government on Tuesday signed a long-delayed 10-year diamonds sales agreement with Anglo American unit De Beers adding a possible extension period of five more years to the provisional pact.
Botswana signs historic agreement with mining giant De Beers: Video
Botswana has just sealed a historic 10-year diamond sales agreement with De Beers, marking a significant milestone in the country's diamond industry. This landmark deal reinforces Botswana's position as a global leader in diamond production.
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China, Botswana sign agreement on economic, technical cooperation
Chinese Ambassador to Botswana Fan Yong (2nd R) and Botswanan Vice President and Minister of Finance Ndaba Gaolathe (2nd L) ...
Drones show heavy flooding across Botswana's capital
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Botswana & Zambia commit to electricity interconnector
Botswana and Zambia have committed to establishing an electricity interconnector for energy sustainability in both countries.
Drone aerials show extent of flooding in Botswana capital Gaborone
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Botswana central bank holds key rate for third consecutive meeting
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NORTH ARROW UPDATES EXPLORATION OF KRAAIPAN GOLD PROJECT, BOTSWANA
North Arrow Minerals Inc. (TSXV: NAR) ("North Arrow" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its ongoing exploration activities at the Kraaipan Gold Project, Botswana. The Kraaipan ...
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Government of the Republic of Botswana And De Beers Group Confirm Diamond Partnership For The Next Generation
Transformational agreements boost Botswana's economic development potential and secure De Beers' long-term share in world's greatest diamond resources ...
Botswana, Zambia commit to building electricity interconnector for energy sustainability
Botswana and Zambia have discussed a plan to create an interconnector to enhance their energy cooperation, according to a statement issued by the Zambia High Commission in Botswana on Wednesday.
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UNICEF donates over 50,000 USD to children affected by floods in Botswana
The UN agency has heeded the government's plea to develop child-centered interventions and responses to flooding, said Joan ...