The Zimbabwean government directive bans all alluvial mining and river rehabilitation. We explain the total ban, the single ...

A 170-carat pink diamond discovered in Angola may be the largest such gemstone found in 300 years, according to Australian miner Lucapa Diamond Company. Named the "Lulo Rose," the diamond was found at ...

HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe would like to have all alluvial diamond mining conducted by the state, Finance Minister Tendai Biti said on Wednesday. "There is consensus in government that there has to ...

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TORONTO (miningweekly.com) – Vancouver-based explorer Gem International Resource sees bonanza diamond potential at its flagship Dala project, in Angola, and is preparing plans for the immediate ...

In this article, we’ll discuss the leading diamond producing countries and the global dynamics of gem-quality diamond mining. If you want to skip the details of the diamond industry, read Top 5 ...

Sierra Leone has demonstrated potential for both alluvial and beach placers concentrated in stream sediments, or beaches and lakes. The tributaries of some of the main rivers and lakes drain mineral ...