Luele Diamond Mine

Luele diamond mine is an Angolan mine located in the northeastern province of Lunda Sul. It is Angola's largest diamond mining project, along with being one of the most important diamond discoveries globally in the past half-century. This kimberlite deposit mine officially commenced operations in November 2023 after a decade of exploration and development. With an investment of around US$600 million and an estimated total resource of 628 million carats with a projected operational lifespan of 60 years, the Luele mine is a massive project. It can transform Angola's diamond production capacity and solidify the country's position as a major player in the global diamond industry.

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