November 2, 2017

Namibia’s economy to grow faster in 2017 as mining bounces back

The country's mining sector is emerging from years of contraction and the impact of recent severe drought eases, the finance minister said on Thursday.

November 2, 2017

De Beers’ Victor mine closing doors in 2019

Firm has determined it's not economically viable to extend the life of the diamond mine, which can only be accessed by air year round, or by a winter road for…

October 31, 2017

Solid demand for large stones boosts Gem Diamonds sales

The company has found six diamonds larger than 100 carats in the first nine months of the year, compared with just four throughout 2016.

October 30, 2017

Former Gemfields exc.-led firm grabs Coscuez emerald mine in Colombia

Fura Gems aims to resume production at the mine within six months of the deal closure.

October 29, 2017

The best diamonds in the world are buried at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean

The best diamonds in the world come from the sea.

October 23, 2017

Northern Miner’s Progressive Mine Forum Livestream

Live round table discussions complemented by real-time interaction with the audience via social media, as well as commentary from industry leaders.

October 23, 2017

Petra Diamonds revenue takes hit from Tanzania crackdown

Petra Diamonds Ltd's first quarter revenue fell by 17 percent after Tanzanian government last month seized consignment of diamonds from its Williamson mine.

October 20, 2017

Alrosa has just unearthed another large yellow diamond, hits annual record of massive findings

With the newly unearthed 34.17-carat diamond, Alrosa has hit an annual record in the number of large fancy-coloured stones found at its operations.

October 17, 2017

Proceeds from massive diamond found by pastor to go to Sierra Leone’s poorest

Over 50% of the proceeds will be used to fund clean water, electricity, school, medical facilities, bridges and roads, none of which are currently available in the village of Koryardu,…

October 17, 2017

De Beers latest diamond sale the worst in almost two years

The world’s largest diamond producer by value offered less precious stones, in line with its policy of trying to match sales to demand.