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Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)

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The Gaborone Diamond Hub is the epicenter of Botswana's ambitious beneficiation strategy, aimed at ensuring the nation captures the maximum value from its diamond resources within its own borders. A historic milestone was achieved in 2013 when De Beers relocated its entire rough diamond aggregation and sales operations from London to Gaborone, instantly establishing the city as one of the world's premier diamond trading floors. The hub encompasses the Diamond Technology Park, a secure, state-of-the-art business environment housing international cutting and polishing firms, specialized diamond banks, and advanced logistics providers. This centralized ecosystem has catalyzed the growth of a sophisticated downstream industry, creating thousands of high-skilled jobs and stimulating Gaborone's broader service economy, from aviation to hospitality. By hosting the world's most significant diamond auctions and sightholder sales, the Diamond Hub has successfully transitioned Botswana from a primary producer to a dominant global force in the entire diamond value chain, proving that resource-rich nations can lead in industrial processing and high-end commerce.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, May, Sep.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Diamond Technology Park in Gaborone is a central industrial complex that clusters diamond sorting, cutting and polishing services. It plays a key role in processing the nation's diamond production and strengthens the local value chain.
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Visiting
The site is an active industrial park, usually not open to the public. Visitors can view the complex from outside along the surrounding roads.
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Where to view it
The best view of the Diamond Technology Park is from the main A1 road or adjacent access roads. From there the modern halls and security installations are visible.
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Local products
In the Gaborone region, cut and polished diamonds are traded as a high‑quality export product. Visitors can buy diamond jewellery in authorised city stores.
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Active season
The park operates year‑round, with main business hours on weekdays. Activity may peak during international diamond fairs or auctions.
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Nearby
A visit to the Diamond Technology Park can be combined with the Gaborone Game Reserve or the National Museum. The capital's main market also has insight into local life.

Geography

Coordinates
-24.62800, 25.92300

Facts

  • De Beers sales moved here in 2013
  • Home to Diamond Technology Park
  • Major global sightholder sales venue
  • Center for diamond beneficiation
  • Headquarters of DTC Botswana
  • Billions of dollars in annual diamond trade

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Notable places around

Gaborone Game ReserveGaborone Game Reserve<1 km · SWExplore →
Botswana Bureau of StandardsBotswana Bureau of Standards2 km · SWExplore →
Botswana Vaccine InstituteBotswana Vaccine Institute3 km · SWExplore →
Gaborone ZooGaborone Zoo3 km · NExplore →
Botswana National MuseumBotswana National Museum3 km · WExplore →
Notwane RiverNotwane River4 km · SEExplore →
Gaborone International Convention CentreGaborone International Convention Centre5 km · SWExplore →
Botswana Innovation HubBotswana Innovation Hub6 km · SEExplore →

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Sights in the town Diamond Technology Park (2)

Subaru Botswana📍 landmark

Subaru Botswana is an automotive attraction in Diamond Technology Park displaying vehicles in a modern setting.

Dave's📍 landmark

Dave's is a local attraction in Diamond Technology Park serving as a familiar gathering spot in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Diamond Technology Park?
A specialized center for diamond processing that combines modern technologies and security standards.
Is the center accessible to the public?
No, for security reasons, access is strictly limited to professionals and authorized partners.
Why does this place play an important role for the country?
It forms the center of the national diamond value chain and promotes value-added processing within the country.
What activities take place there?
Besides diamond processing, training, certification, and international trade activities take place there.
Is there a museum nearby?
No, the area is purely industrial and commercial, without museum facilities.
Diamond Technology Park: where is it located?
Diamond Technology Park is located in Botswana.
Diamond Technology Park: what is there to see?
Highlights include Subaru Botswana, Dave's.
Diamond Technology Park: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, May, Sep.
Diamond Technology Park: why is it worth visiting?
The Gaborone Diamond Hub is the epicenter of Botswana's ambitious beneficiation strategy, aimed at ensuring the nation captures the maximum value from its diamond resources within its own borders.
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History & landmarks

Botswana Bureau of Standards — Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)
Botswana Bureau of Standards
The BOBS headquarters is a modern institutional landmark responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards in Botswana.
Gaborone International Convention Centre — Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)
Gaborone International Convention Centre
The Gaborone International Convention Centre is a premier venue for large-scale conferences, exhibitions, and international summits.
Botswana Innovation Hub — Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)
Botswana Innovation Hub
The Botswana Innovation Hub is a striking modern facility designed to foster technology, science, and creative entrepreneurship.
Gaborone Dam — Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)
Gaborone Dam
The Gaborone Dam is a major infrastructure landmark and a popular recreational area for sailing and birdwatching.
Livingstone Memorial — Diamond Technology Park (Botswana)
Livingstone Memorial
The Kolobeng Mission ruins mark the site where David Livingstone lived and worked, serving as a landmark of 19th-century history.

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