• Operations

Karowe Overview

LocationBotswana
Ownership100% - Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd.
Royalty10%
TypeHard rock. Open pit. Mine plan to depth of 324 m.
StatusMine development and production
Resources and ReservesSee Link
Mine LifeOpen pit operations to 2026 with further underground potential to 2040. Mining License in respect of the Karowe Mine has been approved by the Botswana Government to 2046.
Throughput2.5 - 2.8 mtpa
2024 Capital ProgramIn 2024, capital costs for the underground expansion are expected to be up to $100 million. As at March 31, 2024, capital expenditures of $332.5 million had been incurred and further capital commitments of $64.4 million had been made.

Sustaining capital is expected to be up to $10 million for the year.
2024 Outlook – Total operating cash costs per tonne processed (Estimate)$28.50 to $33.50
2024 Outlook – 2024 Diamonds Recovered (Estimate)345,000 carats to 375,000 carats
2024 Outlook – 2024 Diamond Revenue (Estimate)$220 million to $250 million
DiamondsLarge high value diamonds including exceptional stones
Diamond Sales

1. Regular tenders of diamonds less than 8,000 carats held quarterly
2. Sales of diamonds in excess of 8,000 carats through HB Antwerp New Diamond Sales Agreement
3. Regular sales through Clara

Annual Information Form (AIF)Project Description and Geological Information AIF
Underground Expansion Program

1. Link to the 2023 Karowe Mine Underground Feasibility Study Technical Report Botswana
2. Link to the 3D Model

Cautionary and Forward Looking Information