The Divers Of Sewa

Must watch. The unique world of artisanal divers searching for diamonds in Sierra Leone.

Useful link:
https://vimeo.com/444162165

Voices Of The Mine

A must watch.

Useful link:
https://www.bathecho.co.uk/news/education/university-documentary-makers-top-film-award-83952

The Still-Unresolved Saga Of Sierra Leone’s Peace Diamond

TIA (This is Africa).

Useful link:
https://augustafreepress.com/the-still-unresolved-saga-of-sierra-leones-peace-diamond

Martin Rapaport Proposal

During a trade mission to Sierra Leone that involved a group of 29 international diamantaires and jewelers, Martin Rapaport, Chairman of the Rapaport Group, presented a proposal to the government of Sierra Leone that, in his company's view, would optimize the country's diamond industry. The proposal includes a systematic and sustainable business model that will optimize the benefit of Sierra Leone’s alluvial diamonds for the diggers, their communities, and the government. The plan involves giving artisanal diggers the opportunity to sell the diamonds they find through a legitimate government channel. I hope they succeed.

Rapaport Announces A Trip To Sierra Leone

The Rapaport Group is organizing a trip to Sierra Leone for members of the diamond and jewelry trade wishing to gain insight into the artisanal mining sector.

The visit will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with the artisanal digger community in the country. The mission will promote greater understanding of the role of the artisanal sector in the jewelry industry. It will highlight and demonstrate opportunities for profitable sustainable economic development available to the jewelry industry. It will encourage understanding and relationship building between artisanal diggers and the jewelry trade.

Jewelers, dealers, and diamond manufacturers are invited to register their application for the trip via https://bit.ly/2Hq2iHU. The mission will be limited to 25 participants due to strict logistical limitations. For additional information, please email:SLTrip@Rapaport.com.

American Woodie: Turning A Diamond Mine Into A Humanitarian Gem

A rare occurrence.

Useful link:
http://amppob.com/american-woodie-diamond-gem

Giant Diamond Auction Fails As Sierra Leone Rejects Offer

A must read.

Useful link:
http://www.reuters.com/article/us-leone-diamond-auction-idUSKBN1872T7

Christian Pastor Discovers A Giant 706-carat Diamond In Sierra Leone

Take a look.

Useful link:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4320300/Sierra-Leone-pastor-unearths-massive-706-carat-diamond.html