Category: Diamond

In the third quarter of 2024, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) saw diamond exports generate approximately USD 66.4 million, according to a report from the Technical Cell for Coordination and Mining Planning (CTCPM). The artisanal sector led the exports, with approximately 7.4 million carats exported, yielding an estimated USD 42.8 million in revenue. Export data by comptoir reveals that MALABAR was the leading exporter, accounting for 32% of the total quantity, followed by DIAMAZ with 21%, SAGA at 16%, AMAZONA at 19%, and MIABI at 9%. The MIABI comptoir… Read More Here

Diamond production in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) remains primarily artisanal, according to recent provisional data from the Ministry of Mines’ Technical Unit for Coordination and Mining Planning (CTCPM). In the first half of 2024, artisanal mining operations produced 3,319,025 carats, accounting for nearly 68% of the country’s total diamond output. Kasaï-Oriental province reaffirmed its position as the leading artisanal diamond producer, contributing almost 99% of the sector’s production. Industrial mining also saw significant growth, yielding 1,544,190 carats, while semi-industrial mining contributed a modest 1,433 carats. In total, diamond… Read More Here

The artisanal and clandestine diamond mine in the Kanshi commune of Eastern Kasai was officially closed on Monday, October 21, 2024, to safeguard the lives of local residents, as stated in a report from the Council of Ministers. “The governor announced the permanent closure of the artisanal diamond mine in Kanshi and the establishment of enhanced surveillance measures to prevent further tragedies,” the report noted. This decision follows a series of fatalities linked to clandestine diamond mining activities, primarily conducted by young residents, which have resulted in significant loss of… Read More Here