Angola generated approximately $1.8 billion in rough-diamond sales in 2025, despite challenging trading conditions.
During the year, the country exported 17.2 million carats, up 69% versus 2024, Sodiam, Angola’s state-owned diamond-marketing and sales division, said Monday. Sales volume increased 70% to 17.7 million carats, while sales value rose 21% compared to the previous year.
More efficient sales management, including strategies to prevent excess stock, bolstered sales volume and revenue, Sodiam explained. The diamond mines from which Angola sells rough include the Catoca, Luele and Lulo deposits.
“These figures reflect a significant expansion in the country’s capacity to place its diamonds on the international market, driven by increased production at the Luele mine,” the company said.
However, Sodiam also reported a 29% decline in the average selling price per carat.
Image: Rough diamonds. (Shutterstock)
Source : Rapaport