Botswana Diamonds has announced that initial fieldwork has successfully been completed on schedule and on budget on PL 117. This is a 2.9 square km area in Orapa identified as the highest level priority target by the company’s partner, Russian diamond major, Alrosa. The results show scope for discovery of new kimberlite pipes, particularly in the north of the block. Two drill targets have already been identified and we anticipate that further drill targets will be identified as the second batch of mineralogical samples is fully analysed over the coming months. A specific drilling programme will then target areas of…
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Firestone Diamonds plc, the AIM-quoted diamond development company, says the Liqhobong Mining Development Company (Pty) Limited (LMDC ) has entered into the Revised Mining Lease Agreement with the Lesotho Government, represented by the Minister of Mines, in relation to the development of the Liqhobong Diamond Mine. The company is owned 75 percent by Firestone and 25 percent is held by the Lesotho Government. Firestone noted that the Revised Mining Lease Agreement represents an important milestone for Firestone and it looks forward to shortly commencing construction of the Main Treatment Plant and supporting infrastructure at the Liqhobong Diamond Mine. The Revised…
IN AN AGE where bloggers have become an important source of information for those searching for their next dream destination, destination marketing organisations are taking heed to their importance as a part of their digital marketing scope. In 2014, 14 bloggers will traverse South Africa in search of the ideal activities, accommodation and destinations for their readers between 2 May and 11 May 2014. These bloggers include a mix of both international and local bloggers known for their influence in the travel sphere. “South African Tourism has always been known as a leading organisation when it comes to digital marketing,…
Law ministers and Attorneys General from the 53 Commonwealth Member countries will meet in Gaborone from 5 – 8 May at Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC) to discuss law and justice issues affecting Commonwealth citizens, and continue regional and international advocacy on issues of common concern. The theme for the meeting is: ‘Consolidating the Rule of Law and Human Rights in the Commonwealth. The meeting is held every three years, and it will be the first time Botswana ever hosted such a meeting. The Minister of Defence, Justice and Security, Ndelu Seretse will be chairing the meeting. According to the…
Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers group of companies announced an important milestone as the 1 millionth Forevermark diamond is inscribed at the Forevermark Diamond Institute in Antwerp. “This is a significant day in Forevermark’s young history. Inscribing 1,000,000 Forevermark diamonds in the six years since launch is a huge achievement and is testament to the appeal of the brand amongst a growing number of consumers,” Stephen Lussier, Forevermark CEO said. The inscription is the core of Forevermark’s proposition and represents the brand’s promise of a commitment to rare, beautiful and responsibly sourced diamonds. Only when a diamond…
Three lucky winners were recently rewarded by First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) in a campaign tailored for its VISA card holders. VISA card holders were encouraged to make use of their debit or credit cards when travelling outside Botswana. The campaign highlighted the benefits of using the FNB VISA card as a safer option compared to carrying cash. Prizes for who evidenced greatest use of their FNBB VISA card included a boat cruise to Madagascar and two getaways to the Okavango Delta. Cellphones were awarded fortnightly along with spot prizes to card holders at various points of sale and…
Stanbic Bank Botswana customers are now enjoying the added convenience of mobile banking by simply banking on the go 24/7/365, following the launch of the new service from the Bank recently. In a bid to empower customers with on-the-go banking, Stanbic Bank customers across Botswana will be able to make use of the new banking service. The new offering follows a host of digital developments and innovations from the Bank in recent months, including staff sales tablets and the Smart Banking App. “We understand that when our customers are on the move, they do not always have time to address…
The global Travel & Tourism industry must operate to the highest standards to prove that it is a force for good and not a force for destruction. That is according to the President & CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), David Scowsill, in his closing speech at the WTTC Global Summit in Hainan, China (24-25 April 2014). Scowsill is calling on the sector to demonstrate leadership and accountability; “The Travel & Tourism industry needs to report and communicate the benefits and value it brings and ensure that it genuinely embraces a Tourism for Tomorrow. Standards of ethics…
SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM’s Speed Marketing Sessions, the highly successful engine for brokering business at INDABA, are kicking into high-gear again this year, introducing an array of South African tourism product to 200 top quality hosted buyers from around the world. These fast, highly effective sessions have been a huge hit since they were introduced at INDABA 2012. With inbound tourism to South Africa continuing on an encouraging growth trajectory, the sessions are expected to be a hive of potentially lucrative deal making. “The Speed Marketing Sessions are specifically designed to facilitate as many fruitful trading contacts as possible, and given…
JSE-listed MICROmega Holdings Limited (MICROmega) hosted a cocktail function at its Sandton head offices to celebrate its recent sponsorship agreement of The Sharks rugby team. Over 200 guests comprising clients of MICROmega subsidiary companies, The Sharks rugby team and management attended the function where they enjoyed gourmet food with a spectacular view of the Sandton skyline. Officiated by Trevor Boynton, a former Sharks rugby player himself, MICROmega clients took part in an intriguing ‘question and answer session’ with The Sharks rugby team and were afforded the opportunity to mingle with the men in black and white, attain autographs and pose…