IMF Warns Against Buying De Beers

IMF Warns Botswana Not to Buy De Beers

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned the Botswana government against increasing its stake in De Beers, citing the country’s economic woes and dependence on diamonds. The challenging situation in the diamond market creates considerable uncertainty for Botswana, the IMF said in a review of the African mining country’s fiscal situation, which it published on December 8. “This risk is compounded by the fact that the government has expres…

IMF warns against buying De Beers  – YourBotswana

14 December 2025 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Botswana to reconsider its plan to increase its stake in…

IMF Warns Against Buying De Beers

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Botswana to reconsider its plan to increase its stake in De Beers, warning that the country’s fiscal position and heavy reliance on diamonds make such a move risky   GAZETTER REPORTER   The International Monetary Fund has warned Botswana that increasing its stake in De Beers could be…