AFRICA

New vessel to shift Namibian shore for diamonds

Offshore diamond mining is a growing contributor to Namibia's economy

A seals colony against an ocean near Walvis bay, Namibia, with a diamond mining vessel in the background.

A seal colony against an ocean near Walvis bay, Namibia, with a diamond mining vessel in the background. | Credits: Efimova Anna, Shutterstock

Namibia's offshore mining sector has just welcomed Adamastor, a diamond mining vessel that is now stationed in the coastal town of Lüderitz.  The ship was acquired by Amsterdam-based Kenzoll Capital...

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