Dr M'zée Fula Ngenge: Demand for considerable-sized diamonds stronger than ever

The African Diamond Council (ADC) chairperson Dr M'zée Fula Ngenge told Rough & Polished’s Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview that although overall global diamond prices have been somewhat soft, the demand for considerable-sized diamonds...

02 september 2024

Amplats sees prospects as a standalone company

Anglo has revealed its plans to demerge Anglo American Platinum (Amplats), which has operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, to optimise shareholder value. Rough&Polished contacted Amplats to comment on this and other issues but was referred...

19 august 2024

WFDB President Yoram Dvash Remains Confident Despite Global Diamond Challenges

Yoram Dvash is President of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) having been elected in 2020. He found time in his busy schedule to speak to Rough&Polished about the state of the diamond industry around the world and some of the major...

12 august 2024

Lyudmila Vysotskaya: Amber is a mystical stone, a living substance

Lyudmila Vysotskaya is a Kaliningrad-based amber artist and designer, expert, chairwoman of the Amber Academy and member of the Creative Union of Artists in Decorative and Applied Arts. This summer, visitors could admire the art works by Lyudmila Vysotskaya...

30 july 2024

De Beers shines light on budding jewellery designers

Diamond giant De Beers will this year conduct its bi-annual Shining Light Awards jewellery design competition. De Beers beneficiation manager Kagiso Fredericks told Rough & Polished's Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview they set aside 4.5 carats...

22 july 2024

'Jewels of the Emirates' Show opens on June 1, 2023

01 june 2023
The much-awaited 'Jewels of the Emirates' show, the first Emirati exhibition specializing in diamond jewellery, gold, silver, and luxury watches,  will commence tomorrow 1 June 2023 at Expo Centre Sharjah, captivating visitors from June 1 to 4.
Organized by the Centre with the backing of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the prestigious event, now in its fourth edition, will showcase the artistry of some of the best Emirati jewellery and gold designers, along with over 100 exhibitors from top-tier local brands specializing in the gold, silver, and diamond trade and industry.
The expo coincides with a festive period, offering visitors a unique opportunity to acquire the most exquisite Emirati heritage pieces of jewellery, including exclusive pieces adorned with natural pearls, diamonds, and precious stones.
With numerous offers and discounts available, shoppers can enjoy the event's competitive prices, while also having the opportunity to take part in various draws organized by the centre, standing a chance to win an array of precious prizes, including gold and diamonds.
Additionally, the show will provide a dynamic platform for emerging gold and jewellery ventures, fostering opportunities for young Emirati talents to engage deeply in the gold trade, as well as in the artistry and production of exquisite pieces of jewellery. Moreover, the event will enhance the calibre and competitiveness of domestic products within both local and regional markets.

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough&Polished