The largest and most advanced diamond sorting facility in the world was officially opened on 18th March 2008 by His Excellency the President of Botswana Festus G Mogae, and Nicky Oppenheimer, Chairman of De Beers Group.
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DTC Botswana opening
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DTCB exterior
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DTCB sorters
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DTCB under construction
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Botswana: the largest and most advanced diamond sorting facility in the world was officially opened on 18 March 2008.
The Inauguration Address to the National Assembly by H.E. Lieutenant General S.K.I. Khama President of the Republic of Botswana.
Nicky Oppenheimer, Chairman, De Beers Group speaks at the official opening ceremonies of the DTC Botswana in Gaborone.