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Stay up to date with the latest news, announcements and developments from Ntsikitsana Minerals and the Lesotho diamond mining sector.

300 new jobs Mokhotlong Lesotho diamond mining
January 2025

Ntsikitsana to Create 300 New Jobs in Mokhotlong

Our expanding operations will directly employ 300 community members in 2025, with priority placement for residents of Mokhotlong district and preference for previously unemployed youth.

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Environmental award Ntsikitsana Minerals Lesotho
October 2024

Environmental Stewardship Programme Receives National Recognition

The Lesotho Ministry of Natural Resources has acknowledged Ntsikitsana's land rehabilitation and water conservation programme as a model for responsible open-cast mining in the highlands.

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Community fund launch Mokhotlong
July 2024

Community Development Fund Launches in Mokhotlong

Partnering with local NGOs and the Mokhotlong District Council, Ntsikitsana has established a community fund targeting education, healthcare and small business development.

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Diamond production milestone Ntsikitsana
April 2024

Ntsikitsana Reaches First Major Production Milestone

Three years after founding, Ntsikitsana Minerals has achieved its first major production milestone, shipping certified rough diamonds to buyers in Antwerp and Dubai.

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ISO 45001 safety certification Ntsikitsana
January 2024

Ntsikitsana Achieves ISO 45001 Safety Certification

We are proud to have achieved ISO 45001 certification for our occupational health and safety management system, reinforcing our zero-harm commitment across all operations.

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Processing plant commissioned Ntsikitsana Minerals
September 2023

State-of-the-Art Processing Plant Commissioned

The commissioning of our new DMS processing plant in Mokhotlong significantly increases our ore-processing capacity and improves diamond recovery rates across all grades.

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