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Probably more diamond industry uncertainty now than at any other point – Gemdax
By: Martin Creamer 14th June 2024 While the diamond sector probably has more uncertainty now than at any other point, participants also probably have a bigger opportunity than ever... →
Southern African countries fear losing more elephants to drought
By: Reuters 30th May 2024 Southern African countries home to the largest elephant population in the world fear a rise in animal deaths in the coming months as food and water... →
SAMIM withdrawal from Cabo Delgado: uncomfortable truths
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 30th May 2024 Why is the region turning away from an international terrorist organisation on its doorstep that is growing in influence? On 16 May, Islamic State... →
Botswana flags synthetic gem threat ahead of $6-billion diamond project launch
By: Reuters 30th May 2024 Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Wednesday called synthetic gems a threat to the country's economic lifeblood, as the government readies... →
Post-Covid, China is back in Africa and doubling down on minerals
By: Reuters 28th May 2024 China's flagship economic cooperation program is bouncing back after a lull during the global pandemic, with Africa a primary focus, according to a... →
As East Africa grows, Southern Africa is being left behind
23rd May 2024 Why is Southern Africa’s economic growth the worst of all Africa’s regions, while East Africa is number one? With an economic growth rate exceeding... →
All-round value unlock targeted in proposed demerging of Anglo Platinum and De Beers 
By: Martin Creamer 14th May 2024 Diversified mining major Anglo American is targeting value elevation in its planned demerging of South Africa-based Anglo American Platinum... →
Ukraine steps up its charm offensive in Africa
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 3rd May 2024 Ukraine has opened several new African embassies, still hoping for a better return on its investment. While struggling ever harder to prevent... →
