October 10, 2022

RioZim buys Namibian diamond mine to expand in Africa

RioZim is also planning further investments in base and precious metals in Zimbabwe.

October 10, 2022

De Beers names Equinor’s Al Cook as new CEO

Cook joins at the start of 2023 from Europe's top gas supplier, where he held an executive vice-president position.

October 9, 2022

When art meets mining

A photographer explores the relationship between humans and the natural environment by capturing some of South Africa’s most famous mines.

October 5, 2022

Surging coal, lithium prices can’t stem sell-off in top 50 mining stocks 

World’s 50 biggest mining companies have shed $627 billion since hitting highs in March this year even as investors pile into the best performing sectors.

October 5, 2022

De Beers rough diamond sales for eighth cycle of the year at $500 million

Sales declined 21.6% from the previous Sight but were flat compared to the same period last year.

October 5, 2022

Ukraine opposes Belarus bid to lead conflict diamond organization

Ukraine has accused Russia of trying to push its ally Belarus to the top of an international diamond certification body.

September 30, 2022

Zimbabwe wants half of royalties paid in gems, precious metals

The Treasury was concerned that the country does not have reserves of the minerals.

September 28, 2022

Alrosa discovers 22 new diamond deposits in Zimbabwe

Alrosa will only be allowed to work on two of the diamond deposits, while the rest will be made available to other investors.

September 27, 2022

Another mine dam wall collapses in South Africa

There were no immediate reports of any injuries or deaths from the latest dam wall collapse at the dormant diamond mine, which was once owned by De Beers.

September 26, 2022

Transparency International urges EU sanctions on Russian diamonds, Alrosa

More sanctions on individuals - including those involved in organizing Moscow's ad hoc votes in occupied east Ukraine on joining Russia - are also expected.