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Debswana’s power move to shake mining landscape

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Debswana’s recent move to establish its own mining services firm carries echoes of a decision four years ago by one of its shareholders, De Beers, to enter the synthetic diamonds industry, analysts say.

Debswana’s recent move to establish its own mining services firm carries echoes of a decision four years ago by one of its shareholders, De Beers, to enter the synthetic diamonds industry, analysts say.

By investing millions of US dollars into producing its own synthetics, De Beers’ powerplay allowed it to bring its considerable financial and technical muscle into an industry that was increasingly imperilling its core business.

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Debswana’s power move to shake mining landscape

Debswana’s recent move to establish its own mining services firm carries echoes of a decision four years ago by one of its shareholders, De Beers, to enter the synthetic diamonds industry, analysts say.

BPC’s P2.5bn bailout raises questions ahead of tariff decision

Gov’t seeks P3bn loan from commercial banks

Ditsala frames art as a lens on black identity, diaspora struggle

A calling

Air Botswana scraps three routes as losses deepen

World Relays race against time for certification

Students wellbeing is a priority

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Students wellbeing is a priority