Storm Mountain Diamonds Kao Operates The Kao Diamond Mine In Lesothoae S Butha Buthe Districtknown As The Fourth Largest Kimberlite Pipe In Southern Africathe Mine Is Jointly Owned By Namakwa Diamonds Limited And The Government Of Lesothospecializing In Gem Quality Diamondsparticularly Rare Pink Diamondsfollowing The Closure Of Australiaae S Argyle Mine In 2020Kao Has Positioned Itself As A Global Leader In Colored Diamond Production Kao Produces Naturalrun Of Mine Diamonds In Various Colorsincluding Whiteyellowand Pale Brownwith A Notable Reputation For Rare Pinkblueand Purple Diamondssignificant Recoveries Include The 47 81 Carat Pink Eternity And A 108 39 Carat Type Iia Pink Diamondamong Othersthe Mine Emphasizes Local Employmentwith 95Of Its Workforce Being Lesotho Nationalsand Practices Sustainable Operationsincluding Recycling 45Of Its Water Usagekao Is Certified By The Responsible Jewellery Councilensuring Adherence To Ethical Mining Standardsthe Company Also Engages With The Community Through Education And Health Initiatives
