Lucara Diamond (TSX: LUC) has recovered a 549 carat diamond from its Karowe mine in Botswana. The mine – one of the world’s most prolific…
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Botswana’s state-run Okavango Diamond Company has unveiled what is believed to be the largest blue diamond ever discovered in the southern African country.
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A $565m funding package brings Cupric Canyon Capital one step closer to turning its Khoemacau project into a major copper and silver mine in northwestern Botswana.
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The next step is obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals to start the bulk sampling program at the South African project, which is expected during the second quarter of the year.
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The diamond producer has inked deals with New Azilian and Equigold, following the delivery and de-risking of the Lesotho-based mine, which began commercial production in December.
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The joint venture partners have awarded a $1.2-billion contract to extend the lifespan of their Jwaneng mine unit 2035.
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While the 83.9 carat rock was not gem-quality, Lucapa says the find continues to underline the large-stone nature of the kimberlite resource.
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Since mining began in 2012 at Karowe, a total of 43 diamonds heavier than 200 carats have been recovered, including 12 stones larger than 300 carats.
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The goal is to extend the Botswanan mine life from 2026 to at least 2036.
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The New York-based jeweller has launched its own program to identify for customers the country where their diamonds were mined, and, eventually, information on where they were cut, polished and set.
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