Debswana unfazed as diamond market slumps
Friday, August 09, 2019
Debswana is the world’s largest producer of diamonds by value and a key economic entity, contributing about a fifth of the gross domestic product (GDP) and about two thirds of foreign currency revenues.
De Beers, which holds 50% equity in Debswana alongside government, has recently noted a slump in sales of rough diamonds due to high inventory levels in the market’s midstream, a segment that includes cutting and polishing firms as well as jewellery manufacturers.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...