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Jwaneng
Located in
Botswana :: Southern Botswana/Gaborone
:: Jwaneng
Category:
Places :: Town Medium
Jwaneng ('the place of small stones') is home to the richest diamond mine in the world, the Jwaneng Diamond Mine. The mine began operating in 1982 and together with three other diamond mines at Lethlakane, Orapa and Damtshaa, makes Botswana the world’s largest diamond producer, supplying about 25% of the world’s diamond trade in value. All four mines are operated by Debswana, a joint venture between the Botswana government, and the De Beers mining company of South Africa.
Traveller DescriptionThe mining village developed with the mine and was, at first, only open to mine employees. But it has since opened its doors to the public and, today, travellers can stop here to refuel, shop, use the banking services, or stay overnight at one of the accommodation venues.
| Address : | Jwaneng Town Council, Jwaneng, Southern Botswana/Gaborone, Botswana | ||
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| Contact : | Jwaneng Town Council | ||
| Cellphone Reception : | Good | Main Cellular Network : | Mascom. Orange. Be Mobile |
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| Facilities : | Shopping Centre, Shops, General Dealer | ||||
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| Police Telephone : | +267 588 1012 |
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| Hospital Telephone : | +267 588 4706 |
| Petrol Type : | LRP/ ULP |
| Other Facilities : | Sportgrounds/Showgrounds. Auto Spares. Fast Food. |
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| Notes on Activities : | (Some activities may be offered nearby). |
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| Closest Main Route : | A2 |
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ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation is mainly in the form of guesthouses, but there’s camping, a restaurant, bar and pool at Dladleng Amusement Park and Campsite. Dladleng often hosts local DJs and events over weekends, so might be too noisy for travellers looking for a restful night.
HEALTHCARE:
The number listed is for the mine hospital. The mine operates its own hospital on site for all its employees and their families. The hospital serves as both a mine hospital and district hospital.
SERVICES:
The town has several banks and fuel stops, as well as a Pick ‘n Pay and Choppies Supermarket.
Jwana Game Park was developed by the mine. The 19 000 hectare reserve is home to several species of mammals, cheetah, leopard and caracal. Members of the public are welcome to visit the park but should note that there’s no accommodation offered inside.
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