De Beers is rebuilding its presence in Angola through government partnerships and community engagement, marking a strategic comeback following its difficult exit years ago from the diamond-rich nation. However, De Beers spokesperson David Johnson cautioned...
24 november 2025
Maria Krasnova, Executive Director of the renowned company “Samotsvety ot Sokolov” (Gems by Sokolov), spoke to Rough&Polished about the Gemstone project aimed at selling precious stones, as well as about current market trends, new challenges...
17 november 2025
In an industry historically defined by limited access and foreign dominance, Tshenolo Ntshekang is carving a new path. The founder of Banzi and Karolo Projects, a black-owned diamond beneficiation business, Ntshekang, represents a growing wave of...
03 november 2025
Having started his career in the diamond trade at De Beers in London, Mahiar Borhanjoo returned to the diamond giant last year as Chief Commercial Officer after working for a decade for other diamond companies. Mahiar explains why he returned to De Beers...
27 october 2025
Ali Pastorini, co-owner of the DEL LIMA JEWERLY and president of the Mubri International Association, which unites more than 2,500 wholesalers, retailers, and designers from 18 countries. In this interview with Rough&Polished Ali Pastorini talks about...
20 october 2025
Volunteers of the eco-sociological organization Green Arctic will carry out another cleaning in Yamal in 2024. This time, applications are accepted only from men, the organizers announced.
Applications will be accepted from March 11 to 24. The selection of applicants will consist of testing and interviews in an online format.
This summer, Green Arctic volunteers will clean two sites: Cape Kamenny and the Ingilor Nature Park.
Alex Shishlo for Rough&Polished
