Geologists give up search for new 'Jwanengs'

Friday, June 21, 2019

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Diamond mineral explorers holding ground around the country have given up hope of finding a Jwaneng Mine-sized resource and are now focussing on smaller discoveries.

Discovered in 1972, Jwaneng is one of the world’s richest mines by value, producing up to 15 million carats per year, the bulk of the country and De Beers’ production.

From Jwaneng, the other significant discoveries have included the Lerala Diamond Mine, Ghaghoo and Karowe, many of them the result of fresh exploration on sites identified decades before by major explorers such as De Beers.

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Geologists give up search for new 'Jwanengs'

Diamond mineral explorers holding ground around the country have given up hope of finding a Jwaneng Mine-sized resource and are now focussing on smaller discoveries.

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