Is Botswana Getting A Raw Deal From De Beers Diamonds - The World News __full__ -

While the 2025 agreement improved Botswana's diamond sales share to 50% by 2035, the government argues the 15% stake in De Beers remains unbalanced given its 70% supply share. President Duma Boko is now seeking a majority stake in De Beers to secure control over global pricing and branding, with a bid deadline set for April 16, 2026. For more details, visit mining.com Anglo American

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Conclusion from the article (likely)

• Heavy reliance on diamond revenue (a large share of exports and government receipts) leaves Botswana exposed when De Beers/market decisions reduce production or prices.

Perhaps the most significant "raw deal" isn't about the diamonds themselves, but the dependency they created. Botswana’s economy is a "monoculture." When the diamond market sneezes, Botswana catches a cold. While the 2025 agreement improved Botswana's diamond sales

Timing is everything. Botswana’s push for a new deal comes at the worst possible moment for De Beers—and perhaps the best for Botswana. Heavy reliance on diamond revenue (a large share

Several arguments suggest that Botswana may be getting a raw deal from De Beers: Perhaps the most significant "raw deal" isn't about