16/10/2026
π DIAMOND IMBIZO | REVITALISING SOUTH AFRICAβS DIAMOND INDUSTRY
South Africaβs diamond industry has significant potential to drive investment, create jobs and strengthen economic growth. Realising this potential requires stronger collaboration between government and industry, improved access to rough diamonds, and increased investment in local beneficiation.
The Diamond Imbizo brought stakeholders together to discuss practical solutions to the challenges facing the sector and to identify opportunities to build a more competitive, inclusive and sustainable diamond industry.
Key priorities include:
πΉ Strengthening local diamond beneficiation and jewellery manufacturing
πΉ Encouraging investment in exploration and the wider value chain
πΉ Improving access to rough diamonds, finance and export markets
πΉ Supporting job creation and inclusive economic growth
πΉ Establishing dedicated task teams to drive implementation and monitor progress
The message is clear: we must move from dialogue to action. Through strategic partnerships, practical interventions and continued collaboration, we can unlock greater value from South Africaβs diamond resources.
π Together, we can build a stronger and more sustainable future for South Africaβs diamond industry.