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Botswana Stepping Up Diplomatic Efforts To Complete The Removal Of US Tariffs
Botswana Leverages Critical Minerals To Push For The Full Removal Of US Tariffs On Diamond Exports
Botswana is stepping up diplomatic and trade efforts to secure the complete removal of US tariffs on its diamonds and other key exports, underscoring the move as vital to regaining its competitive edge in the global market. Minerals and Energy Minister Bogolo Kenewendo has reiterated the government’s firm stance that negotiations will continue until all tariffs are eliminated.
Currently subject to a 15% tariff—down from a steep 37% imposed in April 2025 and later reduced in August—the country has formally submitted its proposals and requests to the United States and is awaiting a response. The government has maintained a consistent position that the remaining tariff continues to hinder Botswana’s export potential, particularly in the diamond sector, where it ranks as the world’s second-largest producer after Russia.
To strengthen its negotiating position by positioning itself as a reliable supplier of both diamonds and essential minerals, Botswana aims to become the first African diamond-producing nation to achieve a tariff-free trade arrangement with the US, a move that could significantly enhance its long-term trade prospects and economic resilience.
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Jwaneng 28.88 Diamond Sale Marks Start of De Beers, Sotheby’s Collaboration
Collaboration Centers on Joint Marketing and Storytelling, Both Companies Co-create a Branded Narrative – “Earth To Art”
The sale of the Jwaneng 28.88 diamond later this month marks the start of a collaboration between De Beers and Sotheby’s.
This isn’t a simple transaction; it’s a narrative takeover. Under the banner “Earth to Art,” the two giants are co-creating a branded experience that tracks the journey of a stone from the deep-time pressure of the Botswana crust to the white-glove stage of the auction house.
The face of this revolution is the Jwaneng 28.88. A flawless, D-color, unmounted miracle, this diamond was carved from a massive 114.83-carat rough pulled from the legendary Jwaneng mine—the “Prince of Mines.”
It doesn’t just sparkle; it demands attention. This isn’t just carbon—it’s a curated relic of the earth’s core, reimagined for the modern collector.
The Sale Details
The Jwaneng 28.88 will headline the Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite sale in Hong Kong. It is accompanied by a curated selection of other Jwaneng-sourced treasures, including a solitaire ring and a pair of diamond earrings that redefine “standard” brilliance.
- Auction Date: 23 April.Location: Sotheby’s Hong Kong
- Estimate: HKD 17M – HKD 22M ($2.2M – $2.8M USD)
While the specific legal ink of the deal remains under wraps, the intent is clear: De Beers and Sotheby’s are no longer just seller and platform. They are storytellers. By merging De Beers’ unrivaled access to the source with Sotheby’s cultural authority, “Earth to Art” ensures that a diamond is never just a stone again. It is a legacy you can hold.
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