Angola is diversifying from oil Published by Otavio Veras on 15 November 2016 In order to remain a stable, growing country, it also needs to address its economic inequality.
A diamond in the rough: Adding value to Botswana’s minerals Published by Roman Grynberg on 4 March 2014 The World Bank and others say adding value to raw materials is a dead-end street for African countries.
Six ideas to make a success of your African-based business in 2014 Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 December 2013 DHL country managers provide tips on doing business across the continent.
How Botswana is positioning itself as a major diamond hub Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2013 The gravity of the diamond world is shifting towards Botswana due to a new development in which mining company De Beers is moving its sales activities to the Southern African country.
Africa’s ‘glass with attitude’ Published by Mark Mobius on 24 October 2013 Diamonds continue to be an important resource and source of wealth in many African countries.
Botswana looking to move away from dependence on diamonds Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 9 July 2012 We believe it is paramount for Botswana to use the proceeds from its diamonds to develop other sectors of the economy. This will help reduce the negative impact on its economy whenever the global economy takes a hit.
Zimbabwe allowed to hold two diamond auctions this year Published by Staff Writer on 6 January 2011 Zimbabwe’s deputy mines minister Gift Chimanikire says that Kimberley Process, an international body set up to control the sale of conflict gems, has given the country permission to hold two diamond auctions this year.