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Botswana wants quick separation of De Beers from Anglo, President says

Botswana is hoping for a quick separation of De Beers from the Anglo American group before the UK-listed diversified mining giant is exposed to a possible hostile takeover, President Mokgweetsi Masisi said on Wednesday. Botswana, the world's top diamond producer by value, is finalising a new ten-year gem sales deal agreed last June with De Beers. The two parties had agreed to finalise the deal by June 28 this year, but the proposed takeover of Anglo by the BHP Group BHP.AX has brought uncer...
South Africa De Beers Free State United States Okavango Diamond Company Anglo American

Southern African Nations Push to Lift Ivory Trade Ban

Southern African countries with major elephant populations are advocating to lift the ban on ivory sales to sell their $1 billion stockpiles. Five nations in the Kavango-Zambezi conservation area are urging CITES to revise its restrictions, arguing that proceeds would fund wildlife management and conservation.
South Africa Namibia General Rodney Sikumba Nnankiki Makwinja Malan Lindeque Southern African

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Botswana Navigates Diamond Deals Amid Anglo Takeover Turbulence

Botswana is seeking to expedite the separation of De Beers from the Anglo American Plc group to avoid complications from a potential hostile takeover by the BHP Group. The separation is crucial for finalizing a new ten-year gem sales deal, as diamonds significantly contribute to Botswana's economy.
United States Mokgweetsi Masisi Okavango Diamond Company De Beers Anglo American Plc United Kingdom Listed

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