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Ensuring the Survival of the Diamond Industry

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Drawing on four decades of experience across mining, diamonds, energy, and global investments, Gareth explores the forces reshaping the sector today—from consumer trust and traceability to geopolitics and competition from lab-grown diamonds.

He reflects on the lessons of collective action, the importance of governance and sustainability, and how collaboration across producers, marketers, retailers, and governments can restore confidence in natural diamonds.

With trust at the center of luxury consumption, Gareth shares his perspective on where partnerships must deepen first and what the industry must do to remain relevant, resilient, and competitive in the modern market.

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Artificial intelligence and the future of African mining

This report highlights artificial intelligence (AI) and big data innovations and their applications for Africa’s mining sector.

Friday, July 31, 2026

AfDB's Morocco battery investment signals shift from exporting minerals

The project, to be developed in Morocco's Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Free Trade Zone, will produce battery cathodes, cells and battery packs within a single integrated manufacturing facility.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

10 Insights into 4IR in South African Mining 2026

In this third edition of our study, we explore how mining companies and their CEOs are embracing AI not just to improve productivity, but to reimagine what mining can be.