Botswana

September 30, 2025

Botswana Diamond Auction Collapse Highlights Growing Crisis in Global Market

An auction of nearly one million carats of diamonds in Botswana has collapsed, the latest sign of turmoil in the global precious stones trade. The failed sale underscores the growing challenges faced

Botswana Turns to Moscow for Strategic Ties

Botswana plans to open an embassy in Moscow in the near future and has invited Russian companies to invest in its rare earth minerals and diamond sector, signalling a strengthening of ties with Russia as Moscow seeks to expand its

January 5, 2026

Botswana Turns to Moscow for Strategic Ties

January 5, 2026

Botswana plans to open an embassy in Moscow in the near future and has invited Russian companies to invest in its rare earth minerals and diamond sector, signalling a strengthening of ties

Botswana Diamond Auction Collapse Highlights Growing Crisis in Global Market

September 30, 2025

An auction of nearly one million carats of diamonds in Botswana has collapsed, the latest sign of turmoil in the global precious stones trade. The failed sale underscores the growing challenges faced

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