Lucapa Diamond has uncovered a 203-carat Type IIa diamond at its Lulo mine in Angola, where it holds a 40% stake, Rough & Polished reports.   This diamond is the fifth largest and the 43rd over 100-carat diamond to be found at the Lulo alluvial operations since commercial mining began in 2015.   The 203-carat Type IIa diamond was recovered from run-of-mine stockpiled ore, following the recent discovery of 162 and 116-carat diamonds on consecutive days last month.   Lucapa’s 162 and 116 carat rough diamonds The post Lucapa Unearths 203-Carat Gem at Lulo appeared first on Isr ..read more

Odienné has produced high-grade mineralisation since drilling began, with the expectation of further results as the project continues. The post Awalé Resources discovers high-grade gold in Odienne appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Awalé Resources discovers high-grade gold in Odienne appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

Re-processing tailings can potentially transform them into valuable materials, and remediation of these areas can earn environmental credits. The post Waste away: a new life for tailings appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Waste away: a new life for tailings appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

Africa has a leading role to play to meet the growing energy demand, and the experts agree – it is critical that governments and mining companies align on the value creation for both shareholders and stakeholders in the quest for a just energy transition. The post Mining Review Africa Issue 2 2024 appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Mining Review Africa Issue 2 2024 appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

Nokia is not only making mines safer and optimised but it is also helping to shape the future of the African mining sector. The post Nokia: Creating Africa’s mines of the future appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Nokia: Creating Africa’s mines of the future appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

How can Africa take advantage of the demand for critical metals? Warren Beech, CEO of Beech Veltman, provides insight. The post Mining 2024: What lies ahead appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Mining 2024: What lies ahead appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

Nico Erasmus explains how FLSmidth is optimising its footprint to be closer to customers with local solutions and expertise. The post Pure play mining strategy reaps rewards appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post Pure play mining strategy reaps rewards appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

Booyco Electronics is leading the charge to ensure that PDS ensures every mine worker goes home safely every day. The post PDS: A positive disruptor to achieve zero harm appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post PDS: A positive disruptor to achieve zero harm appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more

When looking at diamonds, the top things buyers look at are the Four C’s: Color, Cut, Clarity, and Carat—but where did these grading statistics come from? There are several grading institutes across the world, but only one can be the best: the Gemological Institute of America, or GIA for short. What is the Gemological Institute of America (GIA)? GIA is an acronym for the Gemological Institute of America, which is considered the world’s leading geological research institute. Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s highest authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls. In the 1940’s, the GI ..read more

As an authorised Caterpillar machine sales, technical assistance and access to spare parts are available and supported through Elphinstone. The post New Elphinstone E15 series built for underground operations appeared first on Miningreview.com. The post New Elphinstone E15 series built for underground operations appeared first on The Diamond Blog ..read more