【Zambia】Commodities Chronicle – Emerald Production Resumes in Zambia
Editor’s NoteThe Kagem emerald mine, a major global source of small emeralds, has resumed operations after a year-long pandemic closure. Its return…
Supply Chain
【London, UK】Jewelry Supply Chains Have Improved, But Not Their Standards
Editor’s NoteWhile major jewelry companies have made progress in sourcing, this report highlights a critical gap: most cannot guarantee their…
【London, UK】Jewelry Companies’ Sourcing Shows Improvement but Remains Insufficient
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights ongoing concerns in the jewelry industry’s supply chains. While progress in responsible sourcing is noted,…
【London, UK】Despite Progress, Major Jewelry Makers Still Face Problems
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a new Human Rights Watch report assessing major jewelry companies. While noting improvements in sourcing, the…
While Jewels Sparkle, Human Rights Are Still Violated
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical gap in the jewelry industry’s ethical sourcing efforts. While major brands are making progress, the…
【Democratic R】DRC: Launch of the “Fair Cobalt Alliance” to Improve Working Conditions in Cobalt Mines
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the launch of the Fair Cobalt Alliance, a new initiative aimed at improving conditions in cobalt mining and…
【Europe】What Kind of Europe for Supply Chains and Procurement?
Editor’s NoteThis article examines how pandemic-driven supply chain disruptions are exposing vulnerabilities in our globalized economic model,…
【Japan】Jewelry Brand ‘MIO HARUTAKA’ Announces Donation of Portion of Proceeds to Support Diamond Mining Workers
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a corporate initiative where a portion of sales from the ‘MIO HARUTAKA’ jewelry brand will support diamond…
【Russia】Alrosa Halts Diamond Mining at Two Assets
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on Alrosa’s decision to halt production at two sites, a move directly tied to the ongoing slump in global diamond…
【Cameroon, Ce】Nearly 5,000 Carats of Diamonds Produced Annually Along Cameroon-CAR Border
Editor’s NoteThis report highlights the persistent challenge of informal diamond trafficking along the Cameroon-CAR border, underscoring how porous…