Debswana H1 output down 9%

According to figures published by Debswana parent, De Beers, on Wednesday, the diamond giant’s local mines produced 5.2 million carats in the second quarter of the year, marginally down from 5.3 million in the first quarter.

“Production decreased by 12 percent to 5.2 million (in the second quarter) with Orapa Mine reduced by 27 percent and the placing of Damtshaa Mine on care and maintenance from January 1, 2016,” De Beers said in a statement.