June 9, 2025

Petra Diamonds rethinks sales tactics as market slump drags on

Due to changes in diamond prices and demand, Petra has stopped regular sales cycles and may delay them when needed.

June 6, 2025

Debswana curbs diamond production as weak demand persists

The global diamond market has experienced a downturn since the second half of 2023.

June 6, 2025

Stausholm dismisses rift rumours as Rio opens $2B mine

The official opening of the Western Range iron ore mine may mark Jakob Stausholm’s final visit to the Pilbara in his role as Rio Tinto CEO.

June 5, 2025

Former De Beers CEOs circle diamond giant as sale nears

Anglo American has reportedly received buyer interest in De Beers from former bosses Gareth Penny and Bruce Cleaver.

June 4, 2025

Gemfields’ Montepuez leads, Kagem lags in 2024 payouts

The Montepuez ruby mine returned 24% of revenue to Mozambique, while Kagem emerald operation contributed only 9% to Zambia.

May 30, 2025

Botswana’s ODC to start contract diamond sales in September

Currently, ODC's sales are predominantly through online auctions.

May 30, 2025

Ghana gold output could rise 6.25% in 2025

High output has been driven by strong production from artisanal mining.

May 28, 2025

Diamond mining industry cracks under pressure

The global diamond industry is reeling from plunging revenues, halted operations, and doubts about its relevance.

May 27, 2025

South Africa mining group says advice on draft law ignored

The Minerals Council singled out its advice that the law “must specifically exclude” exploration companies from Black-ownership and advancement requirements.

May 22, 2025

Shock exit: Rio Tinto CEO Stausholm to step down

Rio Tinto has started its search for a successor to Stausholm, who joined the company in 2018 and has led it since 2021.