International News
Kagem to recommence focused open-pit mining
Gemfields is pleased to announce that Kagem Mining Limited (‘Kagem’), the emerald mine in Zambia which is 75% owned by Gemfields and 25% owned by the Government of the Republic of Zambia through the Industrial Development Corporation of Zambia (‘IDC’), will shortly recommence a programme of focused open-pit mining to recover more premium emeralds.
As announced on 23 December 2024, alongside other cost cutting measures, Kagem suspended all mining from 1 January 2025 to focus on processing ore from Kagem’s significant ore stockpile utilising the upgraded processing plant.
Emerald production from the processing plant in 2025 so far, in terms of carats recovered, has been in-line with the Company’s expectations, producing a lower proportion of higher-quality or premium emeralds than direct open-pit mining methods.
Kagem’s recent auction results, including the encouraging commercial-quality auction results released on 30 April 2025, has increased management confidence in the current emerald market and the decision has therefore been taken to recommence mining of two key production points in the Chama pit, with minimal waste mining, to recover premium emeralds for Kagem’s future higher-quality auctions. The decision to recommence full scale mining will continue to be assessed as market conditions develop.
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A 10-member Indian Gems and Jewellery Delegation Engaged With More Than 60 Stakeholders From The Jewellery Trade, Government Bodies, Customs Authorities and Industry Associations To Strengthen Bilateral Trade Ties
A 10-member Indian gems and jewellery delegation participated in a high-level networking event in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, engaging with more than 60 stakeholders from the jewellery trade, government bodies, customs authorities and industry associations to strengthen bilateral trade ties.
The Indian delegation was led by Sohil Kothari, Convenor – SEZ Sub-committee, GJEPC, who outlined the objectives of the visit and reaffirmed India’s commitment to expanding cooperation with Uzbekistan’s gems and jewellery sector.
The event opened with a welcome address by Her Excellency Smita Pant, Ambassador of India to Uzbekistan, who emphasised the importance of closer economic engagement between the two countries.
Among the key dignitaries in attendance were Roziboyev, Head of the Department of Supporting Business at the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan, along with other Customs Committee officials; Alisher Shaykhov, Advisor to the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; and Nodir Mirahmedov, Chairman of the Jewellery Association of Uzbekistan.
During the networking session, the GJEPC delegation showcased India’s strengths across the gems and jewellery value chain, highlighting the country’s manufacturing capabilities, export expertise and comprehensive industry ecosystem. The presentation also focused on opportunities to deepen trade cooperation, facilitate business partnerships and enhance collaboration between Indian and Uzbek jewellery companies.
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