Debswana

Debswana Diamond Company, commonly known as Debswana, is a Botswana-based diamond mining company that operates as a 50/50 joint venture between the Government of Botswana and De Beers. The company was formed in 1969 to develop Botswana's diamond resources and to manage the country's diamond production in partnership with De Beers. Its headquarters are in Gaborone, and it controls four operating mines: Orapa, Letlhakane, Damtshaa, and Jwaneng.

Orapa is one of the largest open-pit diamond mines in the world. Damtshaa and Letlhakane are smaller mines located near the Orapa operation, while Jwaneng, located in south-central Botswana, is widely regarded as the richest diamond mine by value. Debswana is the dominant producer of rough diamonds in Botswana and contributes a substantial share of the country's export earnings. The company supplies rough diamonds to the De Beers pipeline and is a major employer and economic actor in Botswana.

In addition to mining, Debswana pursues sustainability and community development initiatives, including environmental rehabilitation, local procurement, and social investment programs. The company participates in governance and regulatory frameworks with the government and partners to ensure responsible mining practices and value retention within Botswana.