Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Guinea Eyes Giant Leap in Diamond Production

Soviet and Hungarian geologists report Guinea’s diamond finds may boost output beyond 500000 carats yearly with high quality alluvial stones and Kimberdite pipes. President Sekau forecasts near term growth while state policy shifts allow Guinean diggers under licenses, with foreign firms’ roles uncertain as exploration expands from Mont Simbaya to Kindia.