The Anglo American unit is in talks with the Botswana government to extend mining rights that expire in 2029.

Botswana President said his government is prepared to walk away from negotiations if he’s not satisfied with the division of revenues.

Botswana is reviewing its mines and minerals legislation to "tighten up" laws on mine rehabilitation.

Prices for yellow diamonds climbed by 4.6% from the previous year, followed by a 3.9% rise in pinks and 1.8% in blues, the FCRF says.

Endiama plans to more than double its diamond production between 2022 and 2027.

The mining industry has been struggling to hit production targets, hurt by everything from floods and droughts to creaking infrastructure and political instability.

Petra invited merger and acquisition proposals on Monday.

A total of 1,946 serious injuries were reported in 2022, down from 2,123 a year earlier, report shows.