US lifts tariff barrier

Botswana’s diamond industry has gained a significant boost following the United States’ removal of a temporary 10 percent tariff on imports from the country, restoring duty-free access for Botswana-origin exports. Effective July 24, 2026, natural diamonds and other qualifying exports are once again entering the U.S. market without import duties. This development enhances Botswana’s competitive stance in one of its key export markets and offers much-needed relief to a struggling diamond sector. The tariff removal...