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Dr M'zée Fula Ngenge: KP has an opportunity to deliver an updated definition of conflict diamonds
Dr M'zée Fula Ngenge told Rough&Polished’s Mathew Nyaungwa that the KP has the perfect set of circumstances to restore the certification scheme's credibility by backing, ushering in and implementing an effective traceability solution for the...
13 may 2024
Zimnisky: Diamonds are incongruent with Anglo's longer-term strategy of focusing on commodities for green infrastructure
It was recently reported that the diversified miner Anglo American, which is subject to a takeover by BHP Group for $39 billion, is considering selling its subsidiary De Beers. New York-based independent diamond and jewellery analyst Paul Zimnisky told...
06 may 2024
ODC managing director Mmetla Masire: We need to be responsible and not oversupply the market
Okavango Diamond Company (ODC) managing director Mmetla Masire told Rough&Polished’s Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview that there is still a lot of inventory and there is a need for all players in the diamond industry to trade responsibly...
22 april 2024
Varvara Dmitrieva: The jewelry industry of Yakutia is distinguished by its creativity, unique cultural code and conservation of traditions
Varvara Dmitrieva, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Precious Stones and Metals Processing Technologies of the North-Eastern Federal University, told Rough&Polished about the results of the Forum of jewelry Craftsmanship and the prospects...
16 april 2024
Valery Budny: There is no strategy and legislation in Russia enabling the full cycle processing of precious raw materials within the country
Valery Budny, Head of the Jewelry Russia program and CEO of the JUNWEX media holding, told Rough&Polished about the results of the meeting and pressing issues in the precious metals and precious stones (PMPS) and the jewelry sectors.
11 april 2024
Christie’s auctions 202ct yellow diamond for $6.7 million
16 may 2024
During a recent Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva, an unmounted pear-cut 202.18-carat fancy-intense-yellow SI1-clarity diamond sold for $6.7 million, which marked the second-highest price for a stone of its color and size.
China’s CMOC may be responsible for cobalt glut - US official
16 may 2024
In his comments at a conference in New York, US Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose Fernandez hinted at the fact that China’s miner CMOC may be responsible for global cobalt oversupply.
Supply deficit, weak prices to persist on PGM markets - Metals Focus
15 may 2024
Precious metals consultancy Metals Focus has published its new 2024 platinum group metals (PGM) market report which indicates that supply constraints and robust demand will be outweighed by high inventories to put a pressure on prices.
Mountain Province Diamonds announces Q1 2024 results
15 may 2024
Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. announced its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 from the Gahcho Kué Diamond Mine.
Lucara realises first quarter revenue of $41.1 million
15 may 2024
Lucara Diamond recorded revenue of $41.1 million in the first quarter of 2024 compared to $42.8 million, a year earlier, which is reflective of a combination of the timing of production and quantity of large goods recovered and delivered to HB Antwerp.
UAE aims to overcome political gridlocks and digitize KP long-term during chairmanship
14 may 2024
The UAE, a current chair of the Kimberley Process (KP), is aiming to overcome political gridlocks and drive concrete actions for the organization during the ongoing Intersessional meeting of KP in Dubai this week.
Anglo American explores a range of options to separate the De Beers business
14 may 2024
Anglo American, which has an 85% stake in De Beers is exploring the full range of options to separate the business to set it up for success in unlocking full value from its new Origins strategy, its world-class assets and its iconic brand.
WDC President calls for listing diamond origin countries on KP certificates
14 may 2024
President of the World Diamond Council (WDC) Feriel Zerouki has urged the participants of the Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional meeting to list the countries of mining origin on the KP certificates to secure confidence in diamonds.
Anglo American's portfolio structure is simpler without Amplats - statement
14 may 2024
Anglo American is set to demerge Anglo American Platinum (Amplats), which has operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe to optimise value for shareholders.
KPCSC urges Kimberley Process to change its ‘mindset’
14 may 2024
The Kimberley Process Civil Society Coalition (KPCSC) has issued a statement timed to the beginning of the KP Intersessional meeting in Dubai this week arguing the organization needs to change its ‘attitude’ and ‘mindset’ to address the current problems at the core of its mandate.
