De Beers is moving its rough diamond trading operation to Botswana . The move comes as the company seeks a new home for its diamonds in South Africa, where it has been operating since 1999. Diamonds have helped turn Botswana into one of Africa 's most prosperous countries . Officials say they are aware that diamonds are exhaustible .
De Beers is moving its rough diamond trading operation to Botswana . The move is expected to boost the country 's booming diamond industry . Diamonds have helped turn Botswana into one of Africa 's most prosperous countries . Officials say they are aware that diamonds are exhaustible .