Tshikapa: Disappearance of a 48-carat diamond before expertise

The discovery of a 48-carat diamond in Kamambaji, within the Tshikapa territory, has been followed by a concerning situation: the precious stone never arrived in Tshikapa for expertise at the Center for Expertise, Evaluation, and Certification. This situation raises questions about the management and traceability of mining resources in the region.

• The stone was discovered in Kamambaji but was not recorded in Tshikapa.
• The Provincial Mines Inspection confirmed that the diamond was not submitted for expertise.
• This disappearance could indicate gaps in the regulation of the local mining sector.

Stakeholders in the mining sector and local authorities need to strengthen control mechanisms to ensure transparency and traceability of resources. The current situation could harm the region's reputation regarding mining investment.

• Reactions from local authorities and the Provincial Mines Inspection regarding this disappearance.
• Measures taken to improve the traceability of mining resources in the Tshikapa region.