While total cash payments were lower than previous years due to reduced premium-ruby output and auction delays, the proportional fiscal contribution remained robust. Kagem Emerald Mine (Zambia):
Stands at 26% for the 10-year period (2016–2025). Gemfields reports updated вЂG-Factor for Natural...
The G-Factor is a transparency metric that calculates the percentage of a mine's total revenue paid to the host government through mineral royalties, corporation taxes, dividends, and export levies. While total cash payments were lower than previous
Gemfields Group Ltd has released its updated figures as of December 31, 2025, for its two primary mining operations: the Kagem emerald mine in Zambia and Montepuez Ruby Mining (MRM) in Mozambique. Gemfields Group Ltd has released its updated figures
Stands at 17% for the 10-year period (2016–2025).
This decline was attributed to a four-month halt in mining operations in early 2025 and a temporary 15% export tax on precious gemstones (which was lifted by March 2025). Gemfields expects this figure to trend back toward its long-term average of roughly 18% as operations normalize. G-Factor 2024 Updated Results - Gemfields