Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Commodity focus – Diamonds

With shifting consumer trends, the rise of lab-grown alternatives, and tightening supply from major producers, the diamond market is navigating a pivotal transformation. This session will explore the evolving landscape of natural diamonds, price pressures, geopolitical influences on supply chains, and where future growth lies.


Wednesday 11 February 13:30 - 14:00 Investment Programme River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

Add to calendar 02/11/2026 13:30 02/11/2026 14:00 Commodity focus – Diamonds

With shifting consumer trends, the rise of lab-grown alternatives, and tightening supply from major producers, the diamond market is navigating a pivotal transformation. This session will explore the evolving landscape of natural diamonds, price pressures, geopolitical influences on supply chains, and where future growth lies.

River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village) Africa/Johannesburg
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Moderator

Arina Biguna

Senior IR Manager, Mining Indaba

Speakers

Eirik Waerness

Acting EVP & Chief Economist , De Beers Group

Nosiphiwo Mzamo

CEO, State Diamond Trader