The Catastrophic Effects Of Mining Diamonds | Ethica ...
2019-7-10 · The mine is currently in a transitional shift from open pit to underground mining, and the life span of the mine is expected to be 16 to 22 years from its opening in 2003. It has become a critical part of the regional economy, employing 1,000, and producing approximately 7 million carats (1,400 kg (3,100 lb) of diamonds annually.