About Us
 Diamond Trading Company Botswana (DTCB) is a 50/50 Joint Venture partnership between the Government of Botswana and De Beers. It is the world’s largest and most sophisticated diamond sorting and valuing operation. DTCB sorts and values Debswana’s production from Jwaneng, Orapa, Letlhakane and Damtshaa mines.
In addition to sorting and valuing, DTCB has a Sales and Marketing function which is responsible for local sales of aggregated diamonds. Aggregation refers to a process of blending together and preparation for sale of diamonds from various producer countries. This process guarantees our clients of a consistent supply of their desired diamonds as well as generate more value and benefits to the country. Currently, DTCB sells and markets rough diamonds to 16 cutting and polishing companies that have been licenced by the Government of Botswana to carry out cutting and polishing activities. Diamond Trading Company Botswana aims to facilitate, drive and support the creation of a vibrant, sustainable and profitable downstream diamond industry in Botswana that will deliver additional value for Botswana’s diamonds.
With further development of the Botswana downstream diamond industry, more Batswana will benefit from employment opportunities created in the industry. This shows a rapid expansion of the local downstream diamond industry. The downstream activities will add value to the local diamond industry through cutting & polishing of diamonds and ultimately manufacturing of jewellery which will develop core competencies for adding higher value.
The establishment of DTCB also acts as a potential catalyst for the development of new ancillary business sectors such as banking; security; information technology; and tourism; and for other international businesses to invest in Botswana. The ancillary activities will also stimulate the economic activities with further creation of jobs, increased consumer spending power, additional revenues for the country and the transfer of technology and skills.
DTC Botswana Vision
Diamond Pride. Diamond Prosperity. Diamond Sustainability. We will support the creation of a globally competitive downstream diamond industry in Botswana.
DTC Botswana Purpose
We are driven to turn diamond dreams into lasting reality
DTC Botswana Values
Be Passionate
We will be exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.
Pull Together
Being united in purpose and action. We will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.
Build Trust
We will always listen first then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish.
Show We Care
The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.
Shape the Future
We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on executional excellence and reward those who deliver. |
