Botswana Mining Report Q4 2009

Exploitation of rich mineral reserves, especially diamonds, has been a significant driver of Botswana's rapid economic growth. Notably, the mining sector of Botswana contributes in double digits to the country's GDP. Diamonds, along with copper and nickel, are the major focus areas in metal and mineral exploration, and earn more than three-quarters of the country's export revenues.

The authorities of Botswana have an impressive track record in garnering the maximum benefit from the production of diamonds, and we expect this trend to continue over the coming decade. Diamonds currently dominate the economy ??