COVID-19: Mineworkers Return To Botswana Mines
The mining sector activity is coming back to life as a number of operations are bringing back workers following a…
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Coronavirus Frustrates Diamond Markets
Diamond trading was restricted in April due to the coronavirus pandemic and global lockdowns. Sentiment was weak, with dealers frustrated…
Diamond Prices Slide In March As COVID-19 Spreads
Diamond prices fell in March as the spreading coronavirus led to a dramatic decline in the global economy. Diamond markets…
2020 Toyota 1000 Kilometre Desert Race Cancelled
Following a digital meeting with all the Toyota 1000 kilometre Desert Race (TDR 1000) stakeholders on Thursday, 19 March the…
‘Coronavirus Will Badly Affect Botswana’s Tourism, Mining’
Econsult Botswana said it is forecasting a contraction in the contributions of both diamond mining and diamond sales to GDP…
Polished Prices Slide Amid Coronavirus Fears
Diamond trading declined sharply in February due to economic uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus. Manufacturers and dealers are facing a severe…
Diamond Market Cautious Amid China Concerns
Diamond market sentiment was positive for most of January but weakened as the outbreak of the coronavirus in China resulted…