The only Boer Republic with relatively ample finances is the Orange Free State. Although the bulk of the Kimberley diamond mines was taken by the British, at least a little was left for them.
Griqualand Republic actually has abundant resources, but they have not been explored. Coupled with Griqualand's harsh climate and sparse population, even if mineral resources were discovered, they would be unable to develop them. Unable to mine, the only industry Griqualand Republic could engage in was pastoralism. As a result, Griqualand Republic's economic level is destined not to be high, even lagging behind some Arab countries with equally poor natural conditions.
A few days later, under the noses of the British and Griqualand Republic's upper echelons, Merk incorporated the territory of Griqualand Republic into the Kingdom of East Africa.
