African Odyssey 2014/15 by Isikhova Media

A F R I C A N

2014/15

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Contents 06

South African economy continues to punch above its weight

Despite facing undeniably serious challenges, the South African economy remains a force to be reckoned with – especially on the continent.

Exporting to the continent

Unlocking Africa’s economic potential

Promoting the magic of platinum and South African designers PlatAfrica is quite different from other local jewellery design competitions in that it is an annual event and one of its primary objectives is to provide students/apprentices with an opportunity to design and work in platinum.

Map of Africa

List of African countries and territories

A brief overview

Showcasing Africa’s best under one roof

Exporting to our neighbours and the rest of the continent – whether precious metals, jewellery or other goods – is challenging. However, with due diligence, fortitude and assistance, there are ways to overcome these hurdles profitably.

Over the past decade, Africa’s overall growth rates have quietly approached those of Asia and, according to projections by the International Monetary Fund, on average Africa will have the world’s fastestgrowing economy of any continent within the next five years.

AFRICAN Odyssey explores four African countries in each issue by means of an in-depth look at their respective resources, people and attractions. This year’s issue explores Rwanda, Tunisia, Morocco and Algeria.

Jewellex Africa attracts exhibitors and buyers from within SA, African states and international countries. It offers an environment for B2B linkages that result in significant business growth and the integration of new industry participants.

Educating a continent

Born in Africa

The EGL College of Gemmology was formed in 1996 to train and upskill those in the industry and, in doing so, contribute to uplifting populations. Today it trains individuals across Africa.

Living up to diamonds De Beers’ understanding of sustainability is shaped by the issues that matter to the people touched by its product, as it travels from its mines through the value chain until it is ultimately given as a gift of love or personal achievement.

A directory featuring information and contact details of all Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association of SA members.

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In an ever-changing con-

giants De Beers, AngloPlat and EGL SA. De Beers

tinent, African Odys-

believes its workforce should reflect the societies

sey seeks to reassure

in which it operates and shares how it supports the

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potential exporters and

development aspirations of these communities

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approach to diversity and equality in the work-

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a unique guide on how to start up, conduct and

place. Through renowned design competition

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manage the process. Although a continent fre-

PlatAfrica, AngloPlat encourages local designers

quently associated with political instability, corrup-

and manufacturers to work in platinum and cre-

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tion and poverty, it’s also celebrated for its magnificent landscapes, incredible wildlife and is

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ellers across the continent and believes

of Trade & Industry, this publication is

that only through training and skills pro-

updated annually and provides essential Website: www.isikhova.co.za

ates a platform for students and professionals

information on exporting, closely monitoring the changes and dynamics of policies and regulations as they occur.

grammes can it make a meaningful contribution to the upliftment of the population. This year’s issue again includes a typographical map of Africa, followed by a comprehen-

The diamond and jewellery sector of SA pres-

sive list of all the continent’s countries and territo-

ents an abundance of opportunities and is expe-

ries, including their respective capitals, currencies,

riencing a metamorphosis in development. This

populations, GDP per capita, gross national in-

exciting industry has awakened to the fact that

come per capita and imports.

it can easily compete on the global stage in

Born in Africa, a directory featuring infor-

designing,manufacturing, retailing and ex-

mation and contact details of all Jewel-

port. African Odyssey aims to encour-

lery Manufacturers’ Association of SA

age local jewellery designers and manu-

members, again forms part of African

facturers, diamond dealers, refineries and distributors to recognise the profits that can be gained from exporting to the rest of the continent. Unfortunately, there are a number of reasons why local companies don’t export more diamonds and jewellery to the continent. African Odyssey explores them and attempts to identify

Odyssey, making it an even more valuable reference point. African Odyssey is a fundamental guide for anyone within the diamond and jewellery industry looking to profit from exporting their products and services to the continent. Enjoy this issue and may it inspire you in your business and creative endeavours!

a way forward. It provides the reader with comprehensive information on SA as the trading hub for the continent and seeks to position Africa as a promising, thriving market. What makes this issue particularly valuable is the editorial contributions it contains from industry

Adri Viviers

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South African economy con

punch above its w Despite facing undeniably serious challenges, the South African economy remains a force to be reckoned with – especially on the continent.

(all these indicators were rated in the top 20

GROWING EXPORT MARKETS

globally). The accountability of South African

The results speak for themselves: exports

private institutions was ranked second in the

from SA have shown consistent growth. As

world, while its financial market development

of July this year, SA exported R85,372 mil-

continues to impress (ranked third glob-

lion worth of goods (slightly down from its

ally). In 2013, FDI magazine, taking into

all-time high of R86,499 million in No-

With a GDP of $623 billion, SA ranks 25th

account economic potential, labour,

in the world in terms of economic muscle.

infrastructure and the ease of doing

exporter of metals and minerals,

It is the only African member of BRICSA,

business, ranked the country as the

fruit, sugar, corn and wool. Accord-

the group of rapidly emerging economies,

top “African country of the future”.

ing to Trading Economics, SA is

currently comprising Brazil, China, India,

And – partly due to the above-men-

also the world’s biggest exporter of

Russia and SA. The country of 53 million

tioned global crisis, but also due to

chromium and platinum (accounting

boasts the second-largest economy in Africa

perceived improved quality of life – SA

for 8% of the country’s total exports).

(behind Nigeria), accounting for 24% of the

is seeing a partial reversal of the “brain-

Gold (accounting for more than one-third

continent’s gross domestic product, and is

drain” (professionals who emigrated in the

of total exports), iron ore (7%), coal (6%),

demonstrating consistent growth. Much of

1990s and 2000s), with some researchers put-

motor vehicles and car parts (5%) and dia-

this growth is focused on Africa, where SA still

ting the number of skilled returnees as high

monds make up the rest of SA’s main ex-

accounts for the highest amount of foreign

as 360 000.

ports. Export recipients include Japan and

direct investment into the continent.

vember 2013). SA is a leading global

The South African government has

the USA (both accounting for 10% of mar-

considerably improved economic condi-

ket), Germany (7%), the UK (6%), China (5%),

STRONG FUNDAMENTALS

tions – particularly for the export market –

the Netherlands (4%), India and Belgium.

SA continues to enjoy strong economic fun-

including putting in place policies that work

Sub-Saharan Africa has recently overtaken

damentals, as evidenced by its weathering of

to increase efficiencies of time, cost and

Europe as SA’s biggest trading partner (re-

the 2007/8 global financial crisis. The country

bureaucracy for companies to get product

cipient) of non-mineral exports.

was recently ranked as the 53rd most com-

to port, so much so that the World Bank’s

petitive country in which to do business by the

recent assessment of ease of trading across

MASSIVE ROLE OF THE

respected World Economic Forum’s Global

South African borders 29 places.

MINING INDUSTRY

Competitiveness Index (second only to Mau-

The role of minerals and metals in the South

ritius on the continent and overtaking Brazil to

African economy cannot be overstated; ac-

second in the BRICS cohort). According to the

cording to the World Bank, they make up

report, which surveys business people in 148

almost half of the country’s total exports.

countries and is conducted annually, South Af-

SA’s mining industry is estimated to be the

rican institutions fared excellently, particularly

fifth-largest (in terms of GDP value) in the

in their protection of intellectual property and

world. Massive reserves rest in the country,

property rights and the legal system’s ability

including platinum (78% of global reserves),

to challenge and settle disputes effectively

gold (50% of global reserves), diamonds,

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seen protracted and violent strikes, affect-

VEHICLE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

ing output and morale significantly. This

SHOWS CONSISTENT GROWTH

culminated in the deaths of 48 people in

While mining remains the major driver of the

2013 at Marikana. While some of this unrest

South African economy, other important sec-

is undoubtedly due to intra-union vying for

tors include motor vehicle and parts manu-

power, sector management needs to revisit

facturing, telecommunications, information

labour policies in order to ensure uninter-

technology (IT), tourism and agriculture.

rupted production. The rising costs of elec-

Combined, the vehicle, component

tricity, transportation and other infra-

and tyre manufacturing industries

structure challenges also serve to

contribute around 6% of GDP

counter the sector’s growth.

and create over 100 000 jobs,

Although the value of South

according to the Automotive Industry Export Council. Some

African diamond production has

ntinues to

weight

risen significantly in recent years

of the world’s best-known vehicle

(even while production has de-

brands, such as BMW, General Mo-

creased), there remains much to be

tors, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Toyota,

done to stimulate the domestic man-

Ford (Mazda), Renault and Volkswa-

ufacturing and polishing services in

gen, have manufacturing plants in SA, many

order to add value to the finished diamond

based close to Nelson Mandela Bay Munici-

product. Approximately 16% of the world’s

pality (Port Elizabeth) to take advantage of

diamond production comes from SA, yet

the COEGA Special Economic Zone and port.

only 1% of the world’s jewellery is produced

Many branded vehicle parts are also manufac-

chromate ore and vanadium. Total reserves

locally. In recent years, seeing the need to

tured in SA.

of all minerals and metals are estimated to

add value and thereby create employment

The Automotive Production & Develop-

be worth upwards of $2,5 trillion. And, be-

and skills, an emphasis has been placed on

ment Programme, the government initiative

cause South African gold rests at low geo-

upskilling young designers in jewellery man-

to stimulate the motor manufacturing indus-

thermal gradients, deeper mining is pos-

ufacturing. Currently, the industry (which

try, wants to see output quadruple by 2020

sible; according to the Chamber of Mines,

varies from high-end, bespoke studios

(in 2010, 271 000 vehicles were exported from

South African gold mining is valued at close

to large-scale concerns) employs almost

SA), mirroring the growth rate of the past two

to a whopping $4 billion.

4 000 persons, and this is growing due to

decades; however, as in the mining sector, la-

According to government statistics, SA is

increased demand, especially from Europe

bour unrest has affected the industry and will

the fourth-biggest producer in the world of

and the USA. (SA enjoys duty-free status on

need to be addressed for this sector to con-

diamonds by value (after Botswana, Russia

exports to the latter under GATT.)

tinue its strong growth.

and Canada), to the tune of R15 million in 2011. Although higher demand in China and

SHIFT TO SERVICE INDUSTRIES

India is seeing increased demand for cut

Although still heavily reliant on the manufac-

diamonds in emerging markets, almost 75%

turing and mining industries, the South Af-

of the export goes to traditional markets in

rican economy is following other emerging

Europe, Japan and North America.

economies in making a shift towards “soft”

And the mining and minerals industry

or service industries. The telecommunications

benefits the domestic economy to the tune

sector makes up 10% of GDP. The existence

of billions. It is estimated to contribute more

of a top-notch digital and wireless infrastruc-

than one-third of the value of the Johannes-

ture, supported by satellite Internet access,

burg Stock Exchange, while being an excel-

and the rapid roll-out of mobile technology

lent earner of foreign exchange. It contri-

has allowed for companies to expand rapidly

butes almost 13,2% of all company taxes and

and gain huge profit share. Many of SA’s op-

is responsible for 20% of foreign investment. Perhaps more importantly, the mining sector remains the country’s largest employer, creating 1,3 million jobs in 2012 and spending R7,4 billion on training in the same year. This training has resulted in very high expertise – notably in research and production – as well as world-class processing facilities. South African companies are world leaders in converting low-grade super-fine iron ore into highquality iron units, for example. Recently, however, South African mines – particularly in the platinum sector – have

The South African government has considerably improved economic conditions – particularly for the export market – including putting in place policies that work to increase efficiencies of time, cost and bureaucracy for companies to get product to port.

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FACING THE CHALLENGES Notwithstanding the above, the South African economy faces several serious challenges. These

include

massive

unemployment

(pegged at 25%) and huge inequality: SA is rated as the 82nd most unequal country in the world. Corruption, especially in the public sector, has become commonplace and hinders development. Due to these issues, ratings agencies have recently downgraded SA’s credit ratings – and are expected to do so again before year-end. This will make the importation of much-needed machinery and transportation equipment (which comprise erators, such as MTN and Vodacom, have suc-

Industrial Development Corporation’s Sup-

cessfully expanded to the rest of the continent

port for Industrial Innovation programme.

Besides building and maintaining exist-

and to the Middle East, for example.

The Income Tax Act has been amended to al-

ing infrastructure, SA needs to smooth the

one-third of all SA’s imports) more expensive.

The IT industry accounts for $10,3 billion

low software developers to claim up to 150%

way for exporters through the lowering of lo-

in revenue, according to the South African

of R&D as expenses. Outsourcing by multi-

gistics and transportation costs and using its

Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC).

national companies is also done in the cus-

political clout on regional political bodies such

Much of this is from electronic banking and

tomer service and telemarketing industries.

as SADEC and the African Union to further re-

mobile software services, with local com-

Aided by SA being in the same time zone as

gional integration. The government is already

panies adapting First World technology to

Europe, the excellent levels of spoken Eng-

well aware of the benefits of encouraging

meet the challenges of developing nations.

lish and cost-efficiencies, companies from

small and medium-sized enterprises, but can

Pre-payment systems and set-top box man-

Amazon to Lufthansa employ thousands in

go further in reducing red tape and increasing

ufacturing are just two examples of South

their call centres, for example.

access to finance for entrepreneurs.

to market. Many of these innovations are

THE DAWN OF TOURISM

decade should see the continued growth

adapted and exported to the continent,

Tourism is another soft industry that has

of its economy and positive spin-offs for

including to the fast-growing economies of

become of major importance to the South

the country’s neighbours and the African

Nigeria, Mozambique and Angola.

African economy. Helped by good weather,

continent as a whole.

African IT products successfully brought

If SA can meet these challenges, the next

South African software development

diverse landscapes with a wealth of wild-

companies are recognised the world over

life, excellent food, convenient amenities

for their efficiency flexibility. In fact, the

and the successful hosting of the 2010 FIFA

country was recently ranked as one of the

World Cup, SA is seen as a safe and acces-

best 30 nations within which to outsource

sible gateway to see a part of Africa. Tourism

software development. According to www.

is responsible for an almost 8% contribution

southafrica.info, approximately 1 000 soft-

to the overall GDP in 2009 and this figure

ware development companies exist in SA.

is expected to more than double by 2020.

South African companies support world IT

Government, seeing the excellent employ-

leaders such as IBM, Dell, Intel and others,

ment returns in the sector, is committed to

who all have satellite offices in the country.

growing tourism, with both national and

And the government is actively encour-

provincial tourism bodies actively marketing

aging the growth of the IT sector through the

their respective regions and expanding their offerings on a consistent basis. AGRICULTURE – A WANING FORCE Much is said of the quality of South African produce, but agriculture is no longer the major contributor to the economy it once was and is currently responsible for just 2,6% of the country’s GDP. The sector employs 10% of the formal workforce and many more on a casual basis. Main crops include corn, fruit, citrus and wool. Water scarcity and the high costs of transportation and electricity have made farming an increasingly difficult business to pursue.

Sources: www.wikipedia.org www.southafrica.info/business/economy/ globalsurveys.htm#competitiveness As quoted on Wikipedia: http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FDi_magazine Adcorp, as quoted on www.southafrica. info/abroad www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com www.tradingeconomics.com www.tradingeconomics.com www.worldbank.org www.southafrica.info http://chamberofmines.org.za www.gov.za http://chamberofmines.org.za www.southafrica.info http://info.goldavenue.com As referenced on www.southafrica.info/ business/economy/sectors/automotiveoverview.htm Ranked by Gartner, as stated on www. southafrica.info/business/economy/ sectors/icte-overview.htm# National Department of Tourism: www.tourism.gov.za According to Wikipedia: http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agriculture_in_ South_Africa As listed on Wikipedia World Bank: www.worldbank.org

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exportin Exporting to our neighbours and the rest of the continent – whether precious metals, jewellery or other goods – is challenging. However, as South African companies in other sectors have shown, with due diligence, fortitude and assistance, there are ways to overcome these hurdles profitably.

While South African exports of jewellery and diamonds to the continent still account for a fraction of our total exports, Africa has been a very lucrative investment for certain local companies. ShopriteCheckers, SABMiller, MTN, Standard Bank and Aspen Pharmacare have all successfully overcome the challenges of doing business on the continent – with excellent results. What is it about the diamond and jewellery sector that has prevented similar growth – and how can this be resolved? SA’s jewellery exports to the continent have not yet been as successful. According to the Department of Trade & Industry’s (DTI) figures for 2011, approximately R13 billion worth of diamonds and R222 million worth of SA’s finished jewellery (the latter amounting to 20% of entire domestic product) is exported. Most of our exports go to Europe (R7,6 billion worth of diamonds and R40 million worth of finished jewellery), Asia (R3,8 billion worth of diamonds), Israel (R2,2 billion worth of diamonds) and the USA (almost R900 million worth of diamonds and R155 million worth of finished jewellery). Exports of jewellery and precious metals to the African continent are much smaller. In 2011, SA only exported R2,3 million worth of diamonds and R7,6 million worth of finished jewellery to the entire continent. Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries account for most of SA’s exports on the continent. The majority went to Zambia (R1,3 million worth and R1,5 million worth, respectively) and Mauritius (just over R1 million for both categories), with the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya and Botswana bringing up the rear. Much of these imports are from tourists purchasing in SA (and taking the products home). One would think that with these countries on our doorstep, exports would be higher. But there are a number of reasons why South African companies do not export more diamonds and jewellery to the continent. Lack of local knowledge In terms of location, Africa is still largely unknown to many South African jewellery and diamond companies. Unlike the developed world, local knowledge and partnerships are hard to come by, yet these are essential to any export operation. The South African companies that have done well on the continent have piggy-backed on the distribution networks, contacts and even branding of established businesses in order to gain a foothold in regions, usually buying controlling interest. Infrastructure Another challenge in exporting diamonds and jewellery to Africa lies in poor infrastructure, particularly the lack of availability and

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ng TO THE CONTINENT istration number. Specific documentation

industries, industry players want the govern-

required for export includes a customs dec-

ment to take a stronger line with their Afri-

laration form or bill of entry export, a letter

can counterparts on these levies and duties.

of credit, a commercial invoice, exchange

And although not yet a strong presence,

control forms and export permits, as well as

many in the industry are keen to begin ex-

various transportation documents.

porting to the continent, where the infra-

Most exporters let their freight for-

structure is well established.

warders handle the paperwork (for a fee, of

With some government intervention,

course), thereby avoiding getting bogged

much research, better infrastructure and a

down in the bureaucratic maze, but this is

bit of luck, the South African jewellery and

not always possible for exporters of dia-

diamond industry can realise the profits of

monds and jewellery, especially given the

exporting to the rest of the continent in the

small margins. For smaller enterprises, in-

near future.

high costs of transport on the continent.

cluding entrepreneurs, the process can be

Besides Namibia and Botswana, courier

confounding and plain onerous.

companies are unlikely to deliver diamonds door-to-door in any African countries. Com-

Duties

panies are dependent on SAA Air Cargo for

One of the biggest obstacles to exporting

delivery to the rest of the continent – which

to the continent is the high tariff imposed

means a representative must be present at

by various buyers. Bilateral and zonal

the destination to clear the goods, at pro-

agreements control much of what we can

hibitive costs.

export and these, for the most part, work in

Other infrastructural challenges include

favour of prospective exporters. SA is part

the fact that many African countries do not

of the SADC free trade area, established

yet have the necessary support logistics

by a free trade agreement (FTA) named

in place for the jewellery and diamond in-

the SADC Protocol on Trade. In addition,

dustry. These include the capacity and/or

within the Southern African Customs Union

technology to service or replace jewellery

(SACU, comprising Botswana, Lesotho, Na-

pieces. Banking and security are also areas

mibia, SA and Swaziland), SA has full duty-

that are lacking in certain countries on the

free access for its products. No origin rules

continent. Corrupt or inept officials are an-

apply, as SACU is a customs union with a

other hurdle to be overcome.

common external tariff. All other (non-SACU) SADC FTA members have made offers

Paperwork One of the most significant challenges in

of preferential tariff treatment to SA. But the reality is that African

exporting jewellery and diamonds to the

countries, including non-jewel-

continent lies in bureaucracy – much of it

lery manufacturing ones, im-

from our own officials. A significant amount

pose heavy tariffs.

of paperwork must be completed for export of any goods from SA. Every exporter must

The way forward

While the DTI offers ex-

and Excise of SARS, in accordance with the

port programmes and in-

type of exports, in order to receive a cus-

centives, including for the

toms client number and an exporter reg-

jewellery and diamond

One of the most significant challenges in exporting jewellery and diamonds to the continent lies in bureaucracy – much of it from SA’s own officials.

rt impo / t r expo lations regu

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Unlocking Africa’s

economic potential With a population expected to roughly double by mid-century, Africa’s become the world’s fastest-growing continent. But the less-told story is that of its economic rise. Over the past decade, its overall growth rates have quietly approached those of Asia and, according to projections by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), on average Africa will also have the world’s fastest-growing economy of any continent within the next five years.

SA saw Walmart’s US$2,4 billion takeover

African Development Bank (ADB) report

of Massmart, one of the country’s largest re-

recently projected that much of the continent

tailers. IBM has opened offices in more than

will retain lower-middle and middle-class

20 African countries. In 2009 AES, one of the

majorities by 2030, with consumer spending

USA’s biggest private suppliers of electric-

increasing from US$680 billion in 2008 to

ity, became majority owner and

US$2,2 trillion.

operator of the national grid in

The ADB report defines “lower-middle-

Cameroon. In Ghana, a large

class” as those with a daily per capita expen-

American

processing

diture of US$2-20 in 2005 dollars, a thresh-

company called ACS now em-

data

old so low that sceptics believe it may have

ploys over 1 800 people. And

created premature exuberance about the

around the continent, Google

continent’s improving fortunes. However,

is investing in web infrastructure

the report’s authors point out that the defi-

and launching search pages in a

nition includes other variables such as edu-

growing number of African languages.

cation, aspirations and lifestyle. Throughout

This economic growth is set to bring

sub-Saharan Africa, investment in education

huge benefits to the people of Africa. An

has risen sharply over the past decade. En-

Seven of the world’s 10 fastest-growing econ-

rolment in secondary schools jumped 48%

omies are African. The continent is famously

between 2000 and 2008, according to the

resource-rich, which has helped, but recent

United Nations, and higher education rates

studies suggest that the biggest drivers are

grew by 80%.

far less customary for Africa, and far more en-

According to Standard Bank, which

couraging for its future wholesale and retail

operates throughout Africa, 60 million African

commerce, transportation, telecommunica-

households have annual incomes greater

tions and manufacturing.

than US$3 000 at market exchange rates. By

American media have largely failed to

2015, that number’s expected to reach 100

pick up on these trends, sticking instead to

million – almost the same as in India now.

their long-running, traditional narratives of

These households belong to what might be

African violence and suffering, to the exclusion

called the consumer class. In total, 300 million

of most other news. Corporate America,

Africans earn more than US$700 a year. That

however, is becoming increasingly attentive

isn’t much, and many of those people could

to Africa as a big growth area. Big companies,

be pushed back into penury by a small

from retail to technology, are approaching the

change in circumstances. Still, it’s enough

continent as a promising new growth frontier.

to cover a cellphone and even some school

Many are already investing heavily.

fees. “They’re not all middle-class by Western

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downwards because of a slow-down in the

America is becoming increasingly attentive to Africa as a big growth area. Big companies, from retail to technology, are approaching the continent as a promising new growth frontier. Many are already investing heavily.

Northern Hemisphere, the IMF still expects the subcontinent’s economies to expand by 5,75% next year. Several big countries are likely to hit growth rates of 10%. In a report this year, the World Bank – not known for plugging Africa – stated: “Africa could be on the brink of an economic take-off, much like China was 30 years ago and India 20 years ago,” though its officials think major poverty reduction will require higher growth than to-

Embezzlement is still common, but income

Another point of comparison with Asia is

An analysis from The Economist finds

demography. Africa’s population is set to dou-

that over the 10 years to 2010, six of the

ble, from 1 billion to 2 billion, over the next 40

world’s 10 fastest-growing economies were

years. As the continent’s population increases,

in the subcontinent. According to IMF fore-

it will also alter in shape. The median age is

casts, Africa will grab seven of the top 10

now 20, compared with 30 in Asia and 40 in Eu-

places over the next five years (ranking ex-

rope. With fertility rates dropping, that median

cludes countries with a population of less

will rise as today’s mass of young people move

than 10 million). Over the past decade the

into their most productive years. The ratio of

simple, unweighted average of countries’

people of working age to those younger and

growth rates was virtually identical in Africa

older – the dependency ratio – will improve.

standards, but nonetheless represent a vast

and Asia. Over the next five years,

market,” says Edward George, an Economist

Africa’s likely to take the lead.

at Ecobank, another African organisation.

In other words, the average

It all represents Africa’s longest income boom for 30 years, with gross domestic product growth rates averaging about 5%

day’s long-term average of 7% or more.

distribution has improved in the past decade.

This “demographic dividend” was crucial to the growth of East Asian economies a generation ago. It

African economy will out-

offers a huge opportunity

pace its Asian counterpart.

to Africa today. When we take cogni-

Since The Econo-

annually over the past 10 years. Even this

mist famously labelled

sance of what’s projected

year, as markets around the rest of the world

Africa

for Africa, it’s clear that

struggle, Africa’s income is projected to

continent” a decade ago,

increase. The IMF estimates that the continent

a profound change has taken

growing consumer population – the time is

will have the world’s fastest-growing economy

hold. Labour productivity is now growing by,

right to introduce jewellery, watches and many

during the next five years. This hasn’t gone

on average, 2,7% a year. Trade between Af-

other luxury branded items to this market.

unnoticed, with trade between Africa and the

rica and the rest of the world has increased by

Linked to a growing middle class is a strong

rest of the world increasing by 200% between

200% since 2000. Inflation dropped from 22%

aspirational market.

2000 and 2011. This has involved not only the

in the 1990s to 8% in the past decade. For-

The Jewellery Council of SA has recog-

usual exports of oil, natural gas and minerals,

eign debts declined by one-quarter and bud-

nised this growth across the continent. Ac-

but other sectors as well.

“the

hopeless

– given the continent’s

get deficits by two-thirds. In eight of the past

cordingly, plans are afoot to bring African

Marcelo Giugale, Director of the World

10 years, according to the World Bank, sub-

countries to SA as part of Jewellex Africa and,

Bank’s poverty reduction programme for

Saharan growth has been faster than East

as such, develop a continental jewellery and

Africa, believes Africa could see even greater

Asia’s. Even after revising its 2012 forecast

watch market.

progress. “If Europe holds together, I think this growth will continue,” he says. “We’re commodities Africa has. I estimate that we

World’s 10 fastestgrowing economies* Annual average GDP growth, %

still know only about 10% of what’s there.

2001-2010

only at the tip of the iceberg, in terms of the

There’s so much still to discover.”

2011-2015 China.................... 9,5 India..................... 8,2 Ethiopia.............. 8,1 Mozambique...... 7,7 Tanzania.............. 7,2 Vietnam............... 7,2 Congo................ 7,0 Ghana................. 7,0 Zambia................ 6,9 Nigeria................ 6,8

famine, the country’s now the world’s 10th-

Angola.............. 11,1 China.................. 10,5 Myanmar............ 10,3 Nigeria................ 8,9 Ethiopia.............. 8,4 Kazakhstan.......... 8,2 Chad................... 7,9 Mozambique...... 7,9 Cambodia............ 7,7 Rwanda............... 7,6

largest producer of livestock. Nor is its wealth

Sources: The Economist; IMF

From Ghana in the west to Mozambique in the south, Africa’s economies are consistently growing faster than almost any other global region. At least a dozen have expanded by more than 6% annually for six or more years. Ethiopia will grow by 7,5% this year, without a drop of oil to export. Once a byword for

monopolised by a well-connected clique.

GDP growth, unweighted annual average, %

6 Asian countries 5 4 African countries 3 2

1970s

1980s

1990s

2000s

2011-15

* Excluding countries with less than 10m population and Iraq and Afghanistan 2010 estimate Forecast

18 african Odyssey 2014/15

De Beers is the world’s leading diamond company, with operations from exploration and mining to rough diamond sales and consumer brands. The company’s understanding of sustainability is shaped by the issues that matter to the people touched by its product, as it travels from its mines through the value chain until it is ultimately given as a gift of love or personal achievement.

The issues that matter to the people touched by De Beers’ product include the expectation of consumers that the diamonds they purchase have been brought to them in a manner consistent with these values. They also include the objectives of De Beers’ partner governments and communities to realise in full the social and economic benefits diamond mining can generate, both during mining operations and in catalysing socio-economic activity that

Living up

delivers value long after the diamond resource has been exhausted. De Beers’ success in identifying, understanding and incorporating the expectations of stakeholders into how it manages its business underpins both its existing licence to operate and its ability to access and develop new resources. It is also core to the company’s ability to maintain consumer confidence in diamonds and De Beers’ brand. The com-

to diamonds Botswana. Anglo American and De Beers

Harm. The company respects the right of

share a long history, spanning over 85 years,

employees to associate freely and bargain

and a deep commitment to operating

collectively, and aims to meet or exceed all

pany firmly believes that this approach

sustainably and responsibly.

is, and will increasingly be, a com-

relevant global labour standards.

petitive advantage in the rapidly

De Beers strives to ensure that everyone EMPOWERING OUR PEOPLE

who works at the company acquires skills and

2012 was a historic year for

The expertise, commitment and

resources that make a positive contribution

the company. The acquisition of

professionalism of its people are

to their lives and communities. This is part

at the core of the company’s opera-

of a long-term commitment to working in

tions around the world. Attracting and

partnership with producer countries. To

2012, increasing its shareholding in De Beers

retaining the best talent, keeping employees

support national development goals and

to 85%. The remaining 15% continues to be

safe and healthy and ensuring they are en-

help foster a diverse local skills base, De

held by the government of the Republic of

gaged with the business supports produc-

Beers proactively employs and develops

tivity and the collective ability to deliver on

local talent at all levels of the business and

business goals.

engages on priority areas such as black

changing world.

the majority of De Beers by Anglo American plc was completed in August

De Beers believes its workforce should

economic

empowerment,

HIV/Aids

and

reflect the societies in which it operates

gender equality. Through these programmes,

and

it is working to remain an attractive employer.

committed

supporting

the

development aspirations of its communities and

KIDJA instructor Tshidi Matli with a student at the academy.

government

partners

through

the

CREATING SHARED VALUE

company’s approach to diversity and equality

Natural resources can and do support socio-

in the workplace. De Beers’ people approach

economic development, yet all too often the

covers a wide range of management systems

“resource curse” has hindered this develop-

and processes. At the heart of this approach

ment in resource-rich nations. To avoid this,

is ensuring the health, safety and well-being

De Beers works in partnership with host gov-

of employees through effective management

ernments to create shared value that sup-

systems, engagement and training. This

ports long-term and sustainable economic

is reflected in the commitment to Zero

development. In addition to the revenues

19 african Odyssey 2014/15

our activities generate for governments and other stakeholders, the company supports economic development through local procurement, enterprise development through dedicated investment funds and community social investment. FACILITATING BENEFICIATION IN SA Through the support of the State Diamond Trader (SDT), De Beers is committed to supporting emerging entrepreneurs in the industry who have no alternative access to rough diamonds. The company has been directly involved in the establishment of the SDT and the consistent supply of rough diamonds for distribution to secondary diamond manufacturers. De Beers also offers a consistent and predictable supply of rough diamonds to

(From left): De Beers Consolidated Mines CEO Phillip Barton and Executive Chairman Barend Petersen with President Jacob Zuma at the launch of the Venetia Underground Mine Project.

its clients for local manufacturing and sells

CONTINUING INVESTMENT IN SA

over 40% of its local supply by value to local

De Beers was founded in SA in 1888. During

clients annually. It is estimated that there are

2012, the company continued work to secure

approximately 900 individuals employed in

its future in the country, planning a project to

the diamond manufacturing industry, with the

convert its flagship Venetia Mine in Limpopo

majority being employed by De Beers’ clients.

province from an open-pit to an underground

The company is committed to the

mine, with a capital investment of R20 billion.

sustainable development of the diamond

The project is well underway and will extend

jewellery industry and supports, in one way

the life of the mine to beyond 2040. Over

or another, the development of all aspects

its life, Venetia Mine will create significant

of the pipeline, be it through initiatives

direct

and

indirect

such as the Shining Light Awards (SLA) or

along

with

long-term

Forevermark, the De Beers diamond brand.

procurement opportunities. The project will

economic

benefits,

employment

and

Launched in SA in 1996, the SLA were

also continue to support the contribution of its

initiated as a design competition intended

beneficiation programme to the development

to demonstrate to the world the wealth of

of downstream diamond manufacturing in SA.

design talent in this country. Undoubtedly,

Investing in this country also finds ex-

the SLA have gone from strength to strength,

pression in the company’s continued local exploration activities, committing approxi-

creating opportunities and exposure for designers. The competition has received great public recognition, with entries averaging 400 each year.

Hunadi Tlomatsana wearing her Shining Light winning piece.

mately R30 million per annum to exploring for viable kimberlite deposits across SA.

Government to establish the Kimberley In-

In 2013 Hunadi Tlomatsana, the 2012 De

ternational Diamond and Jewellery Academy

BEYOND MINING

Beers overall winner, received a merit award in

(KIDJA). It was launched in 2011 and has to

Conscious of the role its mining operations

recognition of her design ability by the Interna-

date trained just over 150 learners in various

play in developing and growing local

courses, including Introduction to the Dia-

economies and creating employment, as

mond Industry, Rough Diamond Evalua-

well as the finite resource which it mines,

tion, Diamond Cutting and Polishing,

the company established De Beers Zimele,

tional Jewellery Design Excellence at the Hong Kong Show, coming top among 187 entries from across 28 countries. Forevermark’s value proposi-

and Polished Grading.

an enterprise development vehicle focused

tion is focused on offering end

To date, the academy has pro-

consumers the world’s most care-

duced 145 graduates, 24 of whom

fully selected diamonds. Each For-

are disabled learners.

evermark diamond comes with a promise that it is beautiful, rare and has been responsibly sourced. When Forevermark was launched in

The

company’s

on funding and supporting small enterprises within its mining communities. To date, De Beers Zimele has made

beneficiation

considerable progress through the creation

activities support the development of

of 1 963 jobs, supporting 209 SMMEs and

value-adding downstream activities in

investing R52,2 million in small businesses.

producer countries. In this way, De Beers

Creating vibrant and sustainable second-

SA during 2012, 68% of Forevermark jewel-

ensures that the greatest benefit possible

ary economies within its mining communities

lery was imported. Since 2013, 100% of the

flows to its producer partners, helping them

is pivotal to De Beers’ strategy of enhancing

jewellery is manufactured locally.

build strong foundations for sustainable

its efforts to reduce poverty, unemployment

economic growth that will endure beyond the

and inequality.

De Beers has also entered into a partnership with the Northern Cape Provincial

life of existing mines.

All images courtesy of De Beers

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Promoting the magic of platinum and South African designers SA is a world leader in mining. It has the world’s largest reserves of platinum group metals (PGMs) and among the largest reserves of gold and diamonds. The mining sector creates over a million jobs, both directly and indirectly, and is an important foreign exchange earner. In addition, mineral beneficiation is an official policy of government and the mining industry value chain has been prioritised as an economic growth node.

Platinum metal has unique properties that make its usage in many applications attractive – from making the environment a cleaner place to personal adornment and the manufacture of jewellery. Looking back, the world of platinum jewellery has had its ups and downs. Its popularity as a metal took off in the late 19th century. The strength and ductile nature of the metal meant designers could fashion very intricate designs. Cartier started creating elaborate diamond and platinum jewellery for the wealthy and the white metal craze continued into the Art Deco period. In the 1930s, glamorous Hollywood stars wore platinum and diamond pieces both on screen and on the red carpet. However, the outbreak of World War II in 1939 wiped platinum off the social scene as the American

designers and manufacturers to work in plati-

PlatAfrica is quite different from other

government declared it a strategic resource

num. Assisting them was Jürgen Maerz, the

local jewellery design competitions in that

and banned its use in non-essential applica-

then Technical Director of the Platinum Guild

it is an annual event and one of its primary

tions such as jewellery.

International (PGI), USA, and an acknowl-

objectives is to provide students/apprentices

edged expert on the properties and workings

with an opportunity to design and work in

of the metal.

platinum. For many, this is their first experience

By the late ’80s, platinum, traditionally reserved for expensive, high-end pieces, began to be used more extensively through-

To further encourage the use of plati-

of working with this incredible metal and it

num, the partners launched the first Plat-

enables them to build their skills in this niche

Africa competition in 1998. A total

jewellery sector. In promoting local value-

of Europe and Japan, though the

of 69 entries were received and the

add – and, in particular, the jewellery industry

younger generation of South Afri-

theme celebrated SA’s new democ-

in SA – the PlatAfrica design competition

can jewellery designers lagged far

racy – the winning piece, designed

encapsulates some of the inputs required

behind through lack of experience,

by Liz Burnett, was called Rainbow

for industry growth, including manufacturing

coupled with the erroneous belief

Soul. From humble beginnings, the

techniques and setting new benchmarks

PlatAfrica Awards have assumed their

in local design to satisfy new trends and

out the precious jewellery industry. Creative designs started coming out

that the metal was difficult to work. To overcome these challenges,

present-day importance and both

consumer demands. In addition, it:

Metal Concentrators – together with

the design and workmanship of the

•

Anglo American Platinum – started a

pieces can hold their own anywhere

independent feedback and criticism

series of seminars to encourage local

in the world.

Creates a forum for students to receive on both their creativity and workmanship,

22 african Odyssey 2014/15

with insights that help them develop their

skills. After the initial judging, the pieces

are individually reviewed and feedback

is sent to the tertiary institutions pro-

viding input on the entrants’ creativity,

competence and to what extent they

fulfilled the creative brief.

•

Allows students to compete against

their contemporaries and challenges

the training institutions to continuously

raise standards.

•

Provides

for the design talents of both students

and professional designers.

•

Raises consumer and designer awareness

exposure

and

recognition

of platinum and its positioning in

the jewellery market in order to stimu-

late demand and job creation within

the industry. Through the medium of design, the Am-

Plats competition also showcases local beneficiation of platinum in jewellery and creates a platform to assist the industry in identifying, understanding and developing its global competitiveness and market position. The key to global success is not proximity to minerals mined; rather, it is the ability to create focus is to develop and build

In these tough economic times and with

cess to markets that drive

an enduring commitment

so many commodities vying for consumers’

the demand.

to platinum in jewellery.

attention and expenditure, there has to be a

quality products and ac-

The company consid-

The biggest market for

compelling reason to persuade someone to

ers that building local ca-

platinum jewellery is China

spend their money. In the case of platinum

(approximately two million ounces

jewellery, that reason is the unique design

pacity is fundamental to industry

per year, which is about 20% of the

growth and supports a number of

and lasting value of a piece.

total annual platinum demand). Within

An important factor for the Chinese

tutions. It initiated the first platinum studio in

this market, the bridal segment is of great

luxury goods market is the origin of the

SA at the Tshwane University of Technology,

interest to jewellery manufacturers, as it has

product. Major brand Hugo Boss had to close

as well as at the Universities of Stellenbosch

long-term growth potential and is also a less

a number of its shops in that country: it seems

and Johannesburg. The demand by industry

price-elastic segment. To raise awareness of

its market share was “affected” by the Asian

prompted these institutions, as well as the

platinum as the precious metal of choice,

origin of its luxury goods.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

PGI has run campaigns targeting the bridal

The “from source to finger” concept

and the College of Cape Town, to introduce

and jewellery segments, with positive results.

holds a strong competitive edge for the

platinum into their curricula. The interaction

Each year more than 12 million couples marry

African jewellery industry and by driving

between these institutions and Anglo plays

in China, creating an industry estimated at

design capabilities, the industry will be able

a vital role in providing the necessary skills.

US$80 billion annually.

to grow and create more jobs.

further education and training insti-

Each year the theme changes and

The theme for the PlatAfrica 2014 com-

frequently the format does too, encouraging

petition challenged both professional and

collaboration

and

student designers to think beyond our bor-

student designers and faciliting the transfer

ders and focus on designing coming-of-age

of knowledge in the real world of design.

and bridal jewellery for the Chinese market.

between

professional

PGI is an organisation funded by

Chinese youth today are experiencing a rap-

leading South African platinum producers

idly evolving sense of individuality and iden-

and refiners. Founded in 1975, it provides

tity, enhanced by the previous decades of

information, sales support and training to all

repression and conformism in their country.

levels of the jewellery trade. In addition to

They are an extremely receptive market for

its headquarters in London, it has offices in

the imagination, beauty, skills and distinctive-

each of the world’s major jewellery markets

ness of platinum.

− China, India, Japan and the USA. Its core

All images courtesy of PlatAfrica

25 african Odyssey 2014/15

Map of africa

Featured countries Dependencies and disputed territories

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

South Africa Lesotho Swaziland Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe Mozambique Madagascar Mauritius Tanzania Malawi Zambia Angola Republic of the Congo

15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.

São Tomé and Príncipe Réunion Democratic Republic of the Congo Burundi Rwanda Uganda Kenya Somalia Ethiopia Djibouti Eritrea Sudan Central African Republic

28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41.

Gabon Equatorial Guinea Cameroon Nigeria Chad Egypt Libya Niger Tunisia Algeria Mali Burkina Faso Benin Togo

42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55.

Ghana Côte d’Ivoire Liberia Sierra Leone Guinea Guinea-Bissau Senegal Gambia Western Sahara Morocco Mauritania Comoros Seychelles Mayotte

26 african Odyssey 2014/15

List of African

countries and territories This is a list of African countries and territories, including the respective capitals, currencies, population, GDP per capita, gross national income per capita and imports. Dependencies and disputed territories are listed with a blue background. gross Name (official name)

Capital

Currency

imports

national

million US$

income per

Population

GDP per capita (PPP) (US$)

Map

capita

Algeria (People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria)

Algiers

Algerian dinar

39 258

3 880

33 333 216

7 700

Angola (Republic of Angola)

Luanda

Kwanza

–

1 627

15 941 000

2 813

Benin (Republic of Benin)

Porto Novo

West African CFA franc

1 003

729

8 439 000

1 176

Botswana (Republic of Botswana)

Gaborone

Pula

4 728

5 845

2 000 000

11 400

Burkina Faso

Ouagadougou

West African CFA franc

1 870

516

13 228 000

1 284

Burundi (Republic of Burundi)

Bujumbura

Burundi franc

344

188

7 548 000

739

Cameroon (Republic of Cameroon)

Yaoundé

Central African CFA franc

3 150

1 124

17 795 000

2 421

Canary Islands (Spain)

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Euro

–

1 995 833

N/A

–

Cape Verde (Republic of Cape Verde)

Praia

Cape Verdean escudo

671

3 025

420 979

6 418

–

Central African Republic (Central African Republic)

Bangui

Central African CFA franc

186

445

4 216 666

1 198

Ceuta (Spain)

Ceuta

Euro

–

76 861

N/A

–

Chad (Republic of Chad)

N’Djamena

Central African CFA franc

–

349

10 146 000

1 519

Comoros (Union of the Comoros)

Moroni

Comorian franc

120

788

798 000

1 660

Côte d’Ivoire (Republic of Côte d’Ivoire)

Yamoussoukro

West African CFA franc

6 959

1 109

17 654 843

1 600

South Africa has the oldest wine industry outside of Europe and the Mediterranean, featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cinsault, Riesling, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage varietals.

mining & minerals South Africa is the world’s leader in mining and minerals. It has nearly 90% of the platinum metals on earth, 80% of the manganese, 73% of the chrome, 45% of the vanadium and 41% of the gold.

27 african Odyssey 2014/15

Dr Christiaan Barnard, at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, performed the first human heart transplant in the world in 1967. He was also the first to do a “piggyback” transplant in 1971 and the first to do a heartlung transplant.

madagascar Madagascar is the largest island in Africa and the fourth-largest island in the world.

gross Name (official name)

Capital

Currency

imports

national

million US$

income per

Population

GDP per capita (PPP) (US$)

Map

capita

Democratic Republic of the Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Kinshasa

Congolese franc

–

160

71 000 000

774

Djibouti (Republic of Djibouti)

Djibouti

Djiboutian franc

648

1 172

496 374

2 070

Egypt

Cairo

Egyptian pound

52 752

2 271

80 335 036

4 836

Equatorial Guinea (Republic of Equatorial Guinea)

Malabo

Central African CFA franc

–

12 762

504 000

16 312

Eritrea (State of Eritrea)

Asmara

Nakfa

–

429

4 401 000

1 000

Ethiopia (Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia)

Addis Ababa

Ethiopian birr

7 974

344

85 237 338

823

Gabon (Gabonese Republic)

Libreville

Central African CFA franc

1 724

6 530

1 384 000

7 055

Gambia (Republic of The Gambia)

Banjul

Dalasi

304

497

1 517 000

2 002

Ghana (Republic of Ghana)

Accra

Ghanaian cedi

8 536

611

23 000 000

2 700

Guinea (Republic of Guinea)

Conakry

Guinean franc

1 836

431

9 402 000

2 035

Guinea-Bissau (Republic of Guinea-Bissau)

Bissau

West African CFA franc

112

501

1 586 000

736

Kenya (Republic of Kenya)

Nairobi

Kenyan shilling

10 202

737

41 000 000

1 445

Lesotho (Kingdom of Lesotho)

Maseru

Loti

–

1 054

1 795 000

2 113

Liberia (Republic of Liberia)

Monrovia

Liberian dollar

–

173

3 283 000

1 003

Libya

Tripoli

Libyan dinar

–

9 228

6 036 914

12 700

Madagascar (Republic of Madagascar)

Antananarivo

Malagasy ariary

3 159

422

18 606 000

905

shipwrecks There are more than 2 000 shipwrecks, dating back at least 500 years, off the South African coast. More than one of these, including the Waratah, simply vanished without a trace.

The Serengeti (Tanzania) hosts the world’s largest wildlife migration, with over 750 000 zebra marching ahead of 1,2 million wildebeest as they cross this amazing landscape.

28 african Odyssey 2014/15

The world’s largest land animal is the African elephant.

The world’s tallest animal, the giraffe, lives in Africa.

The fastest land animal in the world, the cheetah, lives in Africa.

Africa is home to the world’s largest reptile, the Nile crocodile.

The gorilla, which can be found in the continent’s jungles, is the world’s largest primate.

gross Name (official name)

Capital

Currency

imports

national

million US$

income per

Population

GDP per capita (PPP) (US$)

Map

capita

Madeira (Portugal)

Funchal

Euro

–

245 806

N/A

–

Malawi (Republic of Malawi)

Lilongwe

Malawian kwacha

2 029

230

12 884 000

596

Mali (Republic of Mali)

Bamako

West African CFA franc

2 339

659

13 518 000

1 154

Mauritania (Islamic Republic of Mauritania)

Nouakchott

Mauritanian ouguiya

1 638

934

3 069 000

2 402

Mauritius (Republic of Mauritius)

Port Louis

Mauritian rupee

3 729

6 739

1 219 220

13 703

Mayotte (France)

Mamoudzou

Euro

–

186 452

2 600

Melilla (Spain)

–

Euro

–

72 000

N/A

Morocco (Kingdom of Morocco)

Rabat

Moroccan dirham

33 032

2 877

33 757 175

4 600

Mozambique (Republic of Mozambique)

Maputo

Mozambican metical

3 764

382

20 366 795

1 389

Namibia (Republic of Namibia)

Windhoek

Namibian dollar

4 689

4 189

2 100 000

7 478

Niger (Republic of Niger)

Niamey

West African CFA franc

1 247

342

13 957 000

872

Nigeria (Federal Republic of Nigeria)

Abuja

Nigerian naira

33 906

1 060

140 003 542

1 188

Republic of the Congo

Brazzaville

Central African CFA franc

–

1 750

4 012 809

3 919

Réunion (France)

Saint-Denis

Euro

–

793 000

N/A

Rwanda (Republic of Rwanda)

Kigali

Rwandan franc

1 258

521

7 600 000

1 300

Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha (United Kingdom)

Jamestown

Saint Helenian pound

–

4 250

N/A

–

São Tomé and Príncipe (Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe)

São Tomé

São Tomé and Príncipe dobra

103

1 331

157 000

1 266

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The only street in the world to house two Nobel Peace Prize winners is in Soweto. Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu both had houses on Vilakazi Street there.

The deepest mine is a gold mine in South Africa. in 1977 the Western Deep Levels Mine reached a depth of 3 581 meters. Most mines descend to about 1 005 meters.

gross Name (official name)

Capital

Currency

imports

national

million US$

income per

Population

GDP per capita (PPP) (US$)

Map

capita

Senegal (Republic of Senegal)

Dakar

West African CFA franc

4 712

1 001

11 658 000

1 759

Seychelles (Republic of Seychelles)

Victoria

Seychellois rupee

1 022

8 041

80 654

11 818

Sierra Leone (Republic of Sierra Leone)

Freetown

Leone

341

377

6 144 562

903

Somalia (Somali Republic)

Mogadishu

Somali shilling

–

211

9 832 017

600

Somaliland (Republic of Somaliland)

Hargeisa

Somaliland shilling

–

9 832 017

600

–

South Africa (Republic of South Africa)

Pretoria (executive) Bloemfontein (judicial) Cape Town (legislative)

South African rand

63 766

5 581

47 432 000

12 161

Sudan (Republic of Sudan)

Khartoum

Sudanese pound

8 589

1 201

36 992 490

2 522

Swaziland (Kingdom of Swaziland)

Lobamba (royal and legislative) Mbabane (administrative)

Lilangeni

1 270

2 564

1 032 000

5 245

Tanzania (United Republic of Tanzania)

Dodoma

Tanzanian shilling

6 531

524

37 849 133

723

Togo (Togolese Republic)

Lomé

West African CFA franc

787

405

6 100 000

1 700

Tunisia (Tunisian Republic)

Tunis

Tunisian dinar

19 098

3 646

10 102 000

8 800

Uganda (Republic of Uganda)

Kampala

Ugandan shilling

4 526

512

27 616 000

1 700

Western Sahara (Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic)

El Aaiún (Moroccan), Bir Lehlou (temporary)

Moroccan dirham

–

266 000

N/A

Zambia (Republic of Zambia)

Lusaka

Zambian kwacha

3 793

881

14 668 000

931

Zimbabwe (Republic of Zimbabwe)

Harare

Zimbabwean dollar

3 527

322

13 010 000

2 607

Information and statistics courtesy of Wikipedia and African Data Finder, available from the World Bank

Did you

know

In southern Africa, there are at least 600 stone built ruins. The Great Zimbabwe was the largest of these ruins. It consists of 12 clusters of buildings, spread over 7,7km2. Its outer walls were made from 100 000 tons of granite bricks. In the 14th century, the city housed 18 000 people, comparable in size with the population of London during the same period.

30 african Odyssey 2014/15

a brief overview

morocco, tunisia, rwanda and algeria

African Odyssey explores four African countries in each issue by means of an in-depth look at their respective resources, people and attractions.

profile: Morocco Morocco lies across the Strait of Gibraltar on the Mediterranean and looks out on the Atlantic from the north-west shoulder of Africa. Algeria is to the east and Mauritania to the south. Morocco was a French protectorate from 1912-1956, when Sultan Mohammed became king. He was succeeded in 1961 by his son, Hassan II, who ruled for 38 years and played a prominent role in the search for peace in the Middle East. Hassan’s son and successor in 1999, Mohammed VI, is a cautious moderniser who has introduced some economic and social liberalisation. In 2011 he revised the constitution in response to “Arab Spring” protests and appointed a new government in January 2012. Powerful trade unions waited until May to launch mass protests against the authorities’ failure to meet democratic and economic expectations. Morocco’s political capital is Rabat, although the largest city is Casablanca.

Major languages include Arabic and Berber (official), French and Spanish. Tourism is one of the most important sectors in the Moroccan economy. It is well developed, with a strong focus on the country’s coast, culture and history. Attractions include the Koutoubia Mosque, the Atlas Mountains and the Majorelle Garden. Located near the Djemaa el Fna, the Koutoubia Mosque is the largest mosque in Marrakesh. It is especially renowned for its magnificent minaret, the oldest of the three great Almohad minarets remaining in the world. The Atlas Mountains are in fact three distinct ranges that divide the interior of the country into strips of lowerlying land: the Middle Atlas, Anti-Atlas and High Atlas. The Middle Atlas are the furthest north, while furthest south are the Anti-Atlas that almost cut the desolate Western Sahara off from the rest of

the country. The High Atlas are the most dramatic, containing North Africa’s highest peak, Jebel Toubkal (4 167 m), as well as countless Berber villages, terraced onto inaccessible ledges and perfectly preserving a tenacious culture. The Majorelle Garden is a 4,86 hectares botanical garden and artist’s landscape garden in Marrakesh. It was designed by the expatriate French artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s and 1930s.

Tunisia is bordered by Algeria in the west

The capital of Tunisia is the bustling

lamic world, as well as a model for all later

and Libya in the east. Parts of Tunisia and

city of Tunis, from which the name of the

Italy are less than 350 km apart across the

country is taken.

Volubilis ruins.

Profile: Tunisia mosques in the Maghreb. Tunisia has a diverse economy, ranging

Mediterranean Sea and the two nations

Among Tunisia’s tourist attractions are

from agriculture and mining to manufactur-

have had countless interactions since

Port El Kantaoui and the Great Mosque of

ing and petroleum products. Its agricultural

ancient times, both friendly and hostile.

Kairouan. Constructed in 1979 as a holiday

sector comprises 11,6% of the GDP, indus-

Tunisia has been in transition since

resort, Port El Kantaoui is a playground

try 25,7% and services 62,8%. The industrial

President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali was

of chic boutiques, beaches, golf courses

sector is mainly made up of clothing and

ousted in January 2011 at the start of the

and waterfront restaurants on the central

footwear manufacturing, production of car

“Arab Spring”. The moderate Islamist

Tunisian coast. Activity buzzes around the

parts and electric machinery.

Ennahda party governed from October

marina, where Mediterranean jetsetters

2011, but two years later agreed to hand

dock their yachts.

over power to an interim government

Situated in the Unesco World Heritage

of independents until fresh elections

town of Kairouan, the Great Mosque of Kai-

in 2014.

rouan (also known as the Mosque of Uqba)

Tunisia is estimated to have 10-11 mil-

is one of the most important mosques in Tu-

lion citizens, many of whom are concen-

nisia. Established by the Arab General Uqba

trated in urban areas near the coastal ar-

ibn Nafi in 670 AD (the year 50, according

eas (as opposed to the arid desert in the

to the Islamic calendar) at the founding of

south). The country’s official language is

the city of Kairouan, the mosque is spread

Arabic, which all Tunisians speak in their

over a surface area of 9 000 m² and is one

daily lives.

of the oldest places of worship in the Is-

The Roman amphitheatre in El Djem, built during the first half of the third century AD.

31 african Odyssey 2014/15

Profile: Rwanda the Twa. The Tutsi-led Rwandan Patriotic

the Virunga Mountains. This is the best

Front launched a civil war in 1990 and

place in Rwanda to see mountain gorillas,

social tensions erupted in the 1994 geno-

golden monkeys and other animals.

cide, in which Hutu extremists killed an

In the south-west corner of Rwanda

estimated 500 000 to 1 million Tutsis and

is the Nyungwe Forest National Park, a

moderate Hutus. Rwanda’s economy suf-

vast, untouched tropical rainforest. Nyun-

fered heavily during the 1994 genocide,

gwe became a National Park in 2004 and

but has since strengthened.

includes the largest swathe of remaining

Rwanda boasts a number of tourist

montane forest in East or Central Africa,

atttractions. The Kigali Genocide Memo-

with about 310 different bird species, hun-

rial was opened on the 10th anniversary of

dreds of butterflies and orchids and over

Rwanda is a green, undulating landscape

the Rwandan genocide, in April 2004. The

75 different species of mammals, includ-

of hills, gardens and tea plantations. It

centre is built on a site where over 250 000

ing 13 primates (approximately one-quar-

offers tourists a one-of-a-kind journey

people are buried. It includes three per-

ter of all Africa’s primates).

and is home to one-third of the world’s

manent exhibitions, the largest of which

remaining

A reconstruction of the King of Rwanda’s palace at Nyanza.

several

documents the slaughter in 1994. There is

species of other primates and one-third of

mountain

gorillas,

also a children’s memorial and an exhibi-

Africa’s bird species.

tion on the history of genocidal violence

The country lies a few degrees south

around the world.

of the Equator and is bordered by Uganda,

Located on the Rwandan border with

Tanzania, Burundi and the Democratic

Tanzania, Akagera National Park encom-

Republic of the Congo. Rwanda is in the

passes savannah, mountain and swamp

African Great Lakes region and is highly

eco-regions. The savannah areas are the

elevated, its geography dominated by

most popular for safaris, with an abundance

mountains in the west and savannah to

of big game including elephants, zebra,

the east.

buffalo, giraffe, oribi and impala.

Rwandans are composed of three

Volcanoes National Park is located in

ethnic groups: the Hutu, the Tutsi and

north-western Rwanda and encompasses

The Kigali Memorial Centre. The museum tells the story of the Rwandan genocide; mass graves are located in the memorial gardens at the centre. 2014 marks the 20th anniversary of the Rwandan carnage.

Profile: Algeria Algeria is located in Northern Africa, bor-

ment strategy has been implemented, re-

During its glorious days, Beni Ham-

dering the Mediterranean Sea, between

sulting in many hotels of a high modern

mad Fort served as the first capital of the

Morocco and Tunisia. A gateway between

standard being built. Popular sights to

Hammadid Dynasty. The vast collections

Africa and Europe, it has been battered by

visit in Algeria include Tassili n’Ajjer, Notre

of preserved ruins are nestled at an alti-

violence over the past half-century.

Dame d’Afrique (Our Lady of Africa) and

tude of 1 418 m near the city of Maadid.

Beni Hammad Fort.

It was founded at the beginning of the

After more than a century of rule by France, Algerians fought through much of

Located in a strange lunar landscape

11th century and abandoned in 1090. It

the 1950s to achieve independence in 1962.

of great geological interest, Tassili n’Ajjer

is one of the most interesting and glori-

The Sahara Desert covers more than

has one of the most important groupings

ous monumental complexes that depicts

four-fifths of the land. Oil and gas reserves

of prehistoric cave art in the world. More

Islamic civilisation.

were discovered in the 1950s, but most

than 15 000 drawings and engravings

Algerians live along the northern coast.

record the climatic changes, the animal

The country supplies large amounts of

migrations and the evolution of human

natural gas to Europe and energy exports

life on the edge of the Sahara from 6000

are the backbone of the economy.

BC to the first centuries of the present era.

Algeria has the second-largest military

Located on a cliff overlooking the Bay

in North Africa, with the largest defence

of Algiers, the Notre Dame d’Afrique is a

budget in Africa and is a member of the

19th-century Roman Catholic Church. As

African Union, the Arab League, Opec and

the basilica of Algiers, the Notre Dame

the United Nations, as well as a founding

d’Afrique was designed by Jean Eugene

member of the Arab Maghreb Union.

Fromageau. It took 14 years to complete

Since 2004 a broad tourism develop-

the basilica and it was inaugurated in 1872.

Tassili n’Ajjer is a mountain range in the Algerian section of the Sahara Desert. It is a vast plateau in south-east Algeria at the borders of Libya and Niger, covering an area of 72 000 km2.

(Sources): www.wordtravels.com, www.bbc.com, www.tripbucket.com, www.wikipedia.com, www.sacred-destinations.com, www.africamediawarehouse.com, www.algeria.com

33 african Odyssey 2014/15

Showcasing Africa’s best

under one roof Jewellex Africa attracts exhibitors and buyers from within SA, African states and international countries. It offers an environment for B2B linkages that resulted in significant business growth and the integration of new industry participants.

One of the main objectives of Jewellex is to become the trading hub of Africa, giving other countries an opportunity to see what the continent has to offer in one space.

Jewellex Africa offers the buyer a wide

lex Africa, the JCSA

ufacturers and wholesalers exhibited their

variety in terms of merchandise and services

is aiming to expand its

wares on trestle tables. As the event has

available. The Jewellex committee is a sub-

offering to include neighbour-

committee of the Jewellery Council of SA

ing countries and international ex-

over the years, numerous

(JCSA) board and comprises JCSA members

hibitors, acknowledging that SA is

venues have been used.

representing various stakeholders of the local

part of a global market. The core

jewellery industry.

purpose of this vision is to assist

The three-day event has established a

grown in size and reputation

The main aim of the event is to showcase new

the South African jewellery industry

merchandise lines and the

reputation for being the premier showcase

to grow and create jobs, as well as earn

most exclusive and extensive

for South African manufacturers and dis-

foreign exchange.

tributors. By growing Jewellex into Jewel-

product ranges of watches,

Lorna Lloyd, CEO of the Jewellery Coun-

clocks, fine jewellery, pearls and precious

cil of the JCSA, says there are several inter-

stones, jewellery packaging, machinery, ac-

esting factors that make Jewellex Af-

cessories and services available to the local

rica different. Firstly, it aims to provide

and international retail and wholesale jewel-

a platform where key players in the

lery industry. The event attracts around 2 000

local market can exhibit their cre-

trade visitors.

ations under one roof, over one

“One of the main objectives of

weekend a year, as well as do

Jewellex is to become the trading

business and network, thus cre-

hub of Africa, giving other coun-

ating a “jewellery community”.

tries an opportunity to see what

Additionally, Jewellex Af-

the continent has to offer in

rica is one of the longest-running

one space,” says Lloyd. “It

expos in the country, having started

also aims to provide a secure

some 40 years ago at the former Kine Centre in downtown Johannesburg, where man-

trading platform for product distribution into and out of Africa.”

35 african Odyssey 2014/15

The bulk of the trainees come from southern Africa, with the remainder hailing from the Congo, Nigeria, the Ivory Coast, Mauritius, Turkey, Belgium and China. Most of the students are residents in Africa and comprise individuals wanting to work for companies in a grading or sorting capacity, those wanting to enter the retail side of the trade, those intending to start their own independent ventures and those who are already working in the industry and want to increase their knowledge and skills. The college offers four courses, each of which is designed to address specific needs of the students or the company employing them. The Diamond and Diamond Grading course

educating

is designed specifically for those intending to work in the buying, selling and grading side of the industry; Diamonds for the Retail Jeweller is for those who wish to enter or who are

a continent

already in the retail sector of the industry and

The EGL College of Gemmology, a sister company of the EGL Gem Grading Laboratory, was opened in SA in 1980. The college was formed in 1996 to train and upskill those in the industry and, in doing so, contribute to uplifting populations. Today it trains individuals across Africa.

In 2004 the college re-devel-

composition, properties and the grading sys-

oped its diamond and diamond

tem used by laboratories; and the Coloured

grading curricula, introducing the

Stone course focuses on the 18 most popular

Diamonds for the Retail Jeweller,

gemstones’ composition, physical characteris-

Tanzanite and Coloured Stone

tics, colours, sources and basic gradings.

equips students with the knowledge to answer customers’ questions with confidence; the Tanzanite course is for those wishing to buy and sell tanzanite, as well as understand its

courses to the industry. The cours-

“The aim of the college is to provide

es and materials were updated

affordable training that’s specific to the needs

on an ongoing basis; however, in

of those in or wishing to enter the industry,”

2014, they were completely re-

explains Alan Lowe, MD of EGL SA. “We

vised in terms of format, style and

give them the tools to do their tasks well and

content. The college is now confi-

develop skills that will advance them in their

dent that the material is current,

chosen fields.”

easy to both read and assimilate, A number of courses were devel-

and interesting. However, while

oped by the EGL College of Gem-

it is important for students

mology to address the requirements

to have intensive theoreti-

of the industry and suitable course

cal knowledge, it is equally

material was provided. The main

important that they be given

focus was on training those di-

practical, hands-on instruction

rectly in the diamond sorting and

– which is why the college also

grading sections of factories,

has a vast collection of diamonds,

dealers and large retailers. As

coloured stones, synthetics and

the industry evolved and be-

simulants that are specifically for

came more sophisticated, so

training purposes.

did the courses and material. Today they are both contemporary and relevant. It is a well-documented fact that there is a huge lack of skills in Africa which is inhibiting industry growth. Basic education and skills-based training are receiving some attention, but far more needs to be given around the continent, including in SA. It is only through training and skills programmes that the economic and living standards of populations can be improved.

Basic education and skills-based training are receiving some attention in Africa, but far more needs to be given around the continent, including in SA.

jewellery manufacturers’ association of south africa Born in Africa Jewellery Collections 2014

Well entrenched in the Kimberley Process with a strong legislative framework and controls, the product

South Africa is recognised around the world as

is manufactured in an ethical business and socially

the land of gold, platinum and diamonds. From

responsible manner, giving the buyer peace of mind

the historical town of Barberton in Mpumalanga, where the first gold was discovered, to the Merensky Reef, the largest deposits of platinum in the world, and the fabled diamonds from Kimberley and Cullinan mines, our mining history is well known and respected.

and added value to the conscientious consumer. SHOWCASE COLLECTION Born in Africa was launched in 2010 and features South

African

manufacturing

jewellers

listed

alphabetically. This listing, which forms part of the

With the discoveries made at the Cradle of

African Odyssey publication, should, once again

Humankind, our country is linked to the birth of the

be considered a meeting point between South

human race in all its celebrated diversity. Similarly,

African jewellery production and its distribution

the culture of adornment in precious metals in

around the world.

South Africa date back over 1 000 years when, from a place called Mapungubwe in the Limpopo

THE JEWELLERY

Province, one of the largest kingdoms in South Africa

All jewellery is manufactured by members of the

had a thriving international trade in ivory and gold with Egypt, China and India. The brand “Born in Africa” celebrates jewellery designed and manufactured in South Africa and created from the mineral wealth our country has to offer. The ranges of jewellery, manufactured from

Jewellery Council of South Africa who abide by the Council’s Code of Ethics and Conduct. BIA The “Born in Africa” brand forms part of the Jewellery Council’s vision to establish South Africa

virgin metals, reflect the diversity of our cultures born

as the jewellery trading hub of Africa and actively

from the common origin of the South African soil.

encourages the development of new entrants into the industry in a responsible, supportive manner.

THE INDUSTRY Our well-established jewellery industry has built a reputation for quality at a fair price. Its ability to

Colin Campbell

service market needs through adaptability and

Chairman

a high level of service are its distinguishing traits.

Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association of SA

Ranging from technologically advanced mass producers to niche market specialists and handcrafted pieces, South Africa offers a range of jewellery manufacturers able to cater to any variety of buyers' needs.

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ADELE’S MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 083 227 6650 Email: adele@amj.co.za ADRI STANDER T/A ADRI JEWELLERS Tel: 083 368 0009 Email: astander@aerosat.co.za

AU TRADERS AND REFINERS Tel: 011 334 7607/8 Email: barend@autraders.co.za

AUGENTA JEWELLERS Tel: 021 883 8288 E-mail: dylan@augenta.com

AURUM DESIGN Tel: 021 423 6590 Email: aurum@worldonline.co.za

AKAPO JEWELS Tel: 011 325 4704 Email: wumba@akapo.co.za

AZTEC JEWELLERS Tel: 013 757 0827 Email: ron@aztecjewellers.com Website: aztecjewellers.com

ALTIN JEWELLERS Tel: 012 998 0141 Email: info@altin.co.za Website: www.altin.co.za

Manufacture and sales of exclusive, handcrafted diamond and precious stone jewellery. Valuation certificates. Engraving services and jewellery repairs.

We design and manufacture exclusive jewellery for the individual to wear and enjoy. We also create jobs and contribute to the South African economy. ANABELLA RESOURCES Tel: 011 334 1317 Email: info@anabellaresources.com ANASTASIA JEWELLERS Tel: 031 507 5561 Email: anastasiaj@mweb.co.za ANDREAS SALVER MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 706 6828 Email: salver@iafrica.com Website: www.andreassalver.com We make all the things you can’t make, including jewellery for jewellers’ wives. ANDRONIKIS MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 046 622 5579 Email: stergiou@procomp.co.za ARABELLA DIAMONDS Tel: 028 312 2295 Email: justfish@netactive.co.za

ASIMI JEWELS INTERNATIONAL Tel: 011 453 4775 Email: ellassa@iafrica.com

ASSIQUE MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 021 706 3629 Email: hashiem@telkomsa.net

BRONSKI JEWELLERS Tel: 021 852 7891 Email: seanscrase@hotmail.com Exclusive sterling silver and gemstone ranges. On-site workshop does repair and manufacturing of platinum, palladium, gold and silver jewellery.

BROWNS THE DIAMOND STORE Tel: 011 348 7920 Email: larry@brownsjewellers.com

CAPE DIAMONDS Tel: 021 421 5364 Email: joelgraham@capediamonds.co.za

CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Tel: 021 460 3632 Email: konstandakellisv@cput.ac.za

BEN & CO DESIGNS (PTY) LTD Tel: 072 056 2156 / 083 315 1648 Email: bheki@ben-codesigns.com BEN & Co has been at the pinnacle of the luxury jewellery industry and is dedicated to absolute perfection, continuing to push the boundaries of ever-greater innovation, ingenuity, authenticity and excellence. There are no measurements to describe how to find the perfect, distinctive designer diamond engagement ring, but BEN & Co is the only arbiter. BEN & Co also focuses on the development of skills in jewellery manufacture in South Africa, with the aim of adding value to raw materials in the country.

Your choice in refining. Supplier of Precious Metals, Solders, Medallions/Bars, Tools, Findings, Casting Services CT: 021 551 2066 JHB: 011 334 6263 PE: 041 365 1890 DBN: 031 303 5402 Email: orders@capepreciousmetals.co.za Website: www.capepreciousmetals.co.za

BERNARD’S JEWELLERY DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE Tel: 032 586 0889 Email: sales@bernardsjewellery.co.za Jewellery of superb quality and craftsmanship, specialising in hand-made items. All gems, including diamonds and tanzanite.

BOEZAART BAUERMEISTER JEWELLERY & DESIGN Tel: 021 883 2193 Email: kim@boezaart.com

We offer manufacturing of exclusive hand-made jewellery, platinum, white gold and yellow gold.

BRADLEY MANUFACTURING T/A VARGA MANUFACTURING Tel: 011 327 7926 Email: martin@varga.co.za

ATTERIDGEVILLE JEWELLERY PROJECT Tel: 012 373 6158 Email: ajpjewellery@telkomsa.net

BRETTLAND’S FINE JEWELLERS Tel: 031 562 8009 Email: bretland@iafrica.com

CARESS JEWELLERS UITENHAGE Tel: 041 992 4421 Email: eben-caress@mweb.co.za

CARI-MARI Tel: 012 346 5761 Email: cmg@lantic.net

CARLA FRANK Tel: 011 432 3182 Email: carla.frank.za@gmail.com

CARLE ROTHERO JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel: 072 988 4433 Email: info@crjewel.com

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY FREE STATE Tel: 057 217 3217 Email: eholmes@cut.ac.za

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CHARLY MINGAS GOLDSMITHS Tel: 021 883 3932 Email: charly@charlymingas.co.za

DIDIDESIGN Tel: 011 784 0369 Email: didi@dididesign.co.za Website: www.dididesign.co.za

CHATEAU D’OR MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 728 3741/3753 Email: dennis@chateaudorjewellers.com Website: www.chateaudorjewellers.com

Creative and contemporary jewellery, designing and producing individual pieces using precious metals, diamonds and gemstones.

Complete package – experienced, expertly designed from commissioned, hand-crafted to mass manufacturing of quality South African-made gold and silver jewellery.

DIETER SETZ MASTER PLATINUM GOLD AND SILVERSMITHS Tel: 083 309 0504 Email: dieter@dietersetz.com

CHRIS WINSPEAR DESIGNS Tel: 011 262 3603 Email: info@chriswinspear.com Website: www.chriswinspear.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ ChrisWinspearDesignJewellersSA

DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Tel: 031 373 6673/6 Email: chrisdb@dut.ac.za

We offer CAD design, casting, setting, wax printing, manufacturing and repairs, as well as the finishing of silver, gold, palladium and platinum. We also offer a unique same-day casting service.

COLLEGE OF CAPE TOWN Tel: 021 404 6700 / 021 462 2053 Email: eoosthuizen@cct.edu.za Website: www.cct.edu.za The College of Cape Town is a top public FET college offering recognised, accredited and quality-assured careerorientated vocational and occupational qualifications that are in high demand by commerce and industry.

CREATIVE DESIGN MANUFACTURERS Tel: 031 563 3987 Email: goldlink@iafrica.com

Tel: 021 511 6237 EDELSMEDERY KLEISEN Tel: 012 332 2246 Email: af.kleisen@webafrica.org.za

E-DESIGN Tel: 082 445 8295 Email: cornenaude@e-design.co.za

EKURHULENI JEWELLERY BENEFICIATION PROJECT Tel: 011 825 5822 Email: colin@ejewellery.org.za;

ELEMENTAL STUDIO Tel: 084 507 7777 Email: elemental@wbs.co.za; lezamcleod@icloud.com Website: www. elementalstudio.co.za Elemental Studio was started in 2003 by Leza McLeod and over the years has evolved into a space where people can come to learn goldsmith techniques, as well as a company that can help realise the client’s vision. All pieces are made by Leza McLeod and adhere to her strict work ethic and uniquely creative approach.

DALEEN BRUWER JEWELLERY DESIGN AND GOLDSMITH Tel: 023 342 7808 Email: db@xsinet.co.za

ERICA STRAUSS Tel: 021 851 7652 Email: artwear@telkomsa.net

DANIEL JACOBS JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel: 021 880 1026 Email: djjd@mweb.co.za

ETERNITY ENTERPRISE Tel: 018 297 5364 Email: eternity@eternityenterprise.com

International and national design awards are testimony to our dedication to serve a growing awareness and celebration of absolute individualism and quality.

EVERTRADE 142 T/A D’OURO JEWELLERS Tel: 011 615 5548 Email: dourojhb@vodamail.co.za Website: www.dourojewellers.co.za

Hand-manufacturing of jewellery in 9ct, 18ct and platinum.

We are importers of traditional 19,2ct gold jewellery from Portugal. We are designers and manufacturers of fine jewellery using the latest 3D design and printing technology and also stock various modern watch brands.

DEAN VERMEULEN Tel: 011 782 4332 Email: mygoldsmith@gmail.com

FERROS JEWELLERS Tel: 041 363 1881 Email: alex@ferrosjewellers.com

DAVID BOLDING GOLDSMITH Tel: 021 418 1049 Email: marele@dbgold.co.za

Refiners and dealers in precious metals. Jeweller’s tools and consumables.

Email: admin@finegold.co.za Website: www.finegold.co.za

FOREVER JEWELLERY MANUFACTURERS Tel: 031 564 9006 E-mail: fj@3i.co.za

FRANKIE’S AND KYM JEWELLERS Tel: 021 790 9549 Email: frankie@frankies.co.za

FRANKLI WILD Tel: 011 483 2620 Email: sa@frankliwild.com Website: www.frankliwild.com Renowned South African jewellery designer Kevin Friedman has captivated both the local and international jewellery trade with his one-of-akind pieces which use an innovative combination of high-caratage gemstones and precious metals with ordinary, everyday “found objects”.

DABERON MANUFACTURING Tel: 011 334 8841 Email: ungaro@iafrica.com

Serving the Jewellery Trade since 1983 with Quality and Integrity.

GATTOO JEWELLERY DESIGN STUDIO Tel: 011 852 2046

GLOBAL JEWELLERY ACADEMY Tel: 082 553 1625 Email: jac2009t@gmail.com

GOLD & SILVER SWD Tel: 09268 416 1032/082 492 3048 Email: pogiso.moatshe@yahoo.com

GOLD FASHION JEWELLERS Tel: 021 939 8819 Email: mhendricks@wsnet.co.za Specialising in jewellery manufacturing, remodelling, repairs to all precious metal items and diamond mounting.

GOLD IMPRESSIONS MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 031 765 9000 Email: info@goldimpressions.co.za Website: www.goldimpressions.co.za Hand-crafted jewellery in gold and platinum. Services include valuations, re-stringing and watch repairs. Stockist of Trollbeads.

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GOLDMASTER JEWELLERY Tel: 021 423 5812 Email: graham@goldmaster.co.za GOODWIN’S GOLDSMITHS Tel: 041 585 5957 Email: Rodney@goodwin.co.za GOUDSMID TEHILA VAN ENGELENHOVEN Tel: 082 674 4410 Email: tehila@absamail.co.za We repair, re-design, re-do and refurbish all gold and silver jewellery items, specialising in personal service and honest advice. We create showpieces, as well as everyday trinkets and have been serving the industry for over 16 years. GREIG STEPHENS JEWELLERS Tel: 011 326 1727 Email: workshop@charlesgreig.co.za Bespoke manufacture of jewellery in platinum, 18ct and silver. We specialise in setting of diamonds and gemstones. HARRIS JEWELLERS Tel: 021 555 1437 Email: harrisjewellers@telkomsa.net HAVILAH GOLD CREATIONS Tel: 041 581 1942 Email: design@havilah.co.za HESTI PRINSLOO T/A FETTER-AND-THREE Tel: 012 548 6556 Email: hesti@fetter-and-three.co.za ICKINGER JEWELLERS Tel: 015 307 4448 Email: jacques@ickinger.co.za IMPILO COLLECTION Tel: 011 642 3086 Email: impilo.collection@gmail.com INGE SCHOLTZ JEWELLERY DESIGNER AND MANUFACTURER Tel: 073 271 3789 Email: inge.scholtz@hotmail.com ISABELLA JEWELLERS AND REFINERS Tel: 011 334 5919 Email: isabellakbl@gmail.com ISIS DESIGNER GOLDSMITH Tel: 084 609 6499 Email: isisdesignergoldsmith@gmail.com

J HIND JEWELLERS Tel: 031 306 1330 Email: jhindr23@gmail.com Website: www.jhindjewellers.com Manufacturers and designers of exclusive platinum, gold and diamond jewellery and remodelling of old jewellery.

JANINE BINNEMAN JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel: 021 715 6178 Email: janine@jewellerybyjanine.co.za Professional jeweller and gemmologist Janine Binneman started her company 17 years ago. An Honours degree graduate (Jewellery Design cum laude, Stellenbosch University), over the years Janine has built an impressive client base, many of whom return to her for repeat gemstone and jewellery purchases and bespoke items.

JETHRO JEWELLERS Tel: 072 128 4828 Email: jethrokhumalo@gmail.com Manufacturing, repairing, polishing and remodelling of all kinds of precious metals, including engraving.

JEWEL CRAFT Tel: 051 444 3449 Email: rean.p@mweb.co.za

JEWELCOR Tel: 011 896 4584 Email: rayest@mweb.co.za Manufacturing, 3-D designing, setting and engraving.

JEWELLERY CONNECTION Tel: 011 728 6800 Email: vmagnes@netactive.co.za Website: www.thejeweller.co.za

JEWELRY STUDIO Tel: 013 752 5325 Email: jewelry@polka.co.za We specialise in the manufacturing of bangles up to 30 mm and all other manufacturing and repairing of jewellery.

JOHN STEDMAN T/A ELEMENTAL DESIGN Tel: 031 572 2902 Email: john@elementaldesign.co.za

Manufacturers of gold and silver jewellery for the local and tourist market. We specialise in tanzanite and gemstone jewellery. We offer classical-style jewellery and our unique, hand-carved wildlife designs to complement our African range. For an appointment please contact Kyle Gilson – 021 424 7764 Head office-Namibia-Western Cape- Eastern Cape Sales Manager

JOHREN MANUFACTURING T/A THE JEWELLERY SHOP Tel: 046 624 3748 Email: johren@telkomsa.net We are a manufacturing and retail store situated in the beautiful coastal town of Port Alfred. JOY MANUFACTURE & DESIGN Tel: 012 662 2861 Email: joy@joymassyn.co.za JUWEELKUNS Tel: 013 752 2494 Email: admin@juweelkuns.co.za K2 DESIGN STUDIO Tel: 031 702 3941 Email: khanyisile@k2ds.co.za KAI SCHMIDT Tel: 011 484 7777 Email: info@kaischmidt.co.za KARLSEN JEWELLERY CO Tel: 033 386 7872 Email: karlsen@jewelleryco.co.za KAYRO JEWELLERS Tel: 041 585 4842 Email: slaide.kayro@mweb.co.za

KEITH WHITE DESIGNS Tel: 011 334 2212 Email: kwd@telkomsa.net

KGABANE Tel: 011 709 4367/4017 Email: theresad@mintek.co.za

LADY PECULIAR Tel: 021 886 8868 Email: info@ladypeculiar.co.za Lady Peculiar specialises in the design and manufacturing of unique jewellery pieces in silver and gold. We pride ourselves on our slogan “If we can imagine it, we can manufacture it!”, and enjoy making jewellery which is a little different, truly unique.

LALI SILVER JEWELLERY Tel: 011 646 8358 Email: jc_tilman@yahoo.com

L’AUTRICHE FINE JEWELLERY Tel: 011 883 4021 Email: ernst@lebijoux.co.za

LEGA D’ORO Tel: 011 450 3233 Email: legadoro@global.co.za

LEUVEN METALS Tel: 021 480 9860 Email: kvessen@oroafrica.com

Nick Maritz – 083 263 9311 JAGGATH JEWELLERS Tel: 031 307 7790 Email: navinjagath372@gmail.com

Gauteng; Natal; Freestate and Northern Cape Regions Sales representative

LIA ABRAHAMSE JEWELLERY Tel: 011 432 3309 Email: info@liaabrahamse.com

LILLY FRIEDLAENDER Tel: 021 887 1655 Email: lilly.f@wol.co.za Goldsmith and jewellery designer specialising in exclusive hand-made pieces in precious metals and stones.

LIZ LOUBSER DESIGNER JEWELLERS Tel: 011 782 4051 Email: liz@lizloubser.com

LORIEN MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 967 1700 Email: heather@allanybrink.co.za

MAVANA AND RATSHIRUMELA TRADING Tel: 011 078 6224 Email: rudzaner@gmail.com

MD INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED HANDCRAFTED JEWELLERY Tel: 011 465 6446/7 Email: info@michaelsdesigns.co.za Website: www.michaelsdesigns.co.za An exclusive, jewellery store. We specialise in only top-quality, individually hand-crafted jewellery to fulfil your heart’s desires.

LOU JEWELLERS Tel: 048 881 2637 Email: louven@telkomsa.net

MG IVORY Tel: 011 788 1018 Email: mgivory@netactive.co.za

MAGMA METAL RECOVERIES Tel: 031 702 4422 Email: edwards@astronet.co.za

MAGNAVOLT TRADING 215CC T/A METAL IMAGE Tel: 021 447 6600 Email: mi_greg@iafrica.com

MARINE GOLD Tel: 021 424 0077 Email: stephen@marinegold.co.za

Refiners of precious metal scrap and jeweller’s waste. Suppliers of gold, silver, platinum, palladium, carated alloys and master alloys. Jewellery findings, rhodium solutions, computer-aided design and printing. Trade casting, finishing and mounts. Minted bullion bars and licensed manufacturers of sports jewellery. CT: 021 510 0770 | PTA: 012 000 4440 DN: 082 789 3882 Email: info@metcon.co.za Website: www.metcon.co.za

MARINUS DES TOMBE Tel: 011 469 0063 Email: riendestombe@yahoo.com

MICHAEL J SOLOMON MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 792 5292 Email: ms@absamail.co.za

MARION’S JEWELLERY STUDIO Tel: 041 368 4582/3 Email: marionsstudio@mweb.co.za

Work done on the premises. Insured and supervised.

Manufacturing in jewellery, jewellery remodelling and repairs and suppliers of precious and semi-precious stones.

MIZANE JEWELLERY Tel: 011 485 3784 Email: mizane@ananzi.co.za

MARIUS NEL JEWELLERS Tel: 083 959 5268 Email: mariusneljewellers@gmail.com Website: http://mariusnel.blogspot.com

NOVUS DESIGN STUDIO Tel: 012 326 5649 Email: info@novusdesign.co.za;

A jewellery company specialising in fine designer jewellery. We work mainly in platinum, palladium and gold. Situated in the Lifestyle Centre, Randburg and Johannesburg.

NQ JEWELLERY DESIGN SERVICES Tel: 011 982 7048 Email: nq-jewel@webmail.co.za

MARK WHITEHORN GOLDSMITH Tel: 011 325 5145 Email: whitehor@mweb.co.za

NWJ FINE JEWELLERY Tel: 031 570 5000 Email: louised@nwjcorp.com

MARTIN MILLS GOLDFIELDS T/A BROWN BLOCK JEWELLERS Tel: 012 7533 705 / 072 716 7632 Email: mmillsgoldfields@yahoo.com

OLIVE GREEN CAT Tel: 021 424 1101/2 Email: philippa@philippagreen.com

We manufacture your imagination in gold, platinum, silver and diamonds. Wedding rings, bracelets, statues (animals), etc. We are also a licensed diamond dealer.

OROAFRICA Tel: 0860 AFRICA (0860 237 422) Cape Town: 021 480 0960

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Johannesburg: 011 645 9260 Email: orders@oroafrica.com; snathan@oroafrica.co.za Website: www.oroafrica.com

RICHLINE SA Tel: 011 418 1600 Email: johan@richlinesa.co.za Website: www.richlinegroup.co.za

Oroafrica’s new in-stock programme for jewellery retailers eliminates the risk of being overstocked with less desirable products that impact negatively on sales.

Worldwide jewellery manufacturer and mass-producer.

OSMONDS Tel: 021 559 8277 Email: osmond@telkomsa.net

RITCO MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 041 373 7309 Email: sales@ritco.co.za Website: www.ritco.co.za

Manufacturers of hand-made silver, gold and platinum pieces. Casting, setting, finishing and repairs.

PADDY’S JEWELLERS Tel: 031 765 2283 Email: paddy@ledom.co.za

PALAZZO ROSA FINE JEWELLERY Tel: 021 851 3182 Email: waynedeglon@telkomsa.net

Specialising in CAD design and printing services. QUICK TURN-AROUND TIME. Tel: 011 484 7803/4 Cell: 083 325 4291 (Julian) Cell: 083 325 4292 (Paul) Email: psetters@tiscali.co.za

PEARL AND DIAMOND STUDIO Tel: 011 678 0595/6 Email: pearldiamond@mweb.co.za

PETER STANLEY ASSAYS Tel: 011 616 7210 Email: firstassay@mweb.co.za

PHILIP ZETLER JEWELLERS Tel: 021 423 2771 Email: pzetler@mweb.co.za

PHOENIX MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 012 549 4966 Email: jack@phoenixjewellers.co.za Phoenix Manufacturing Jewellers was established in 1996. We pride ourselves on our workmanship. We manufacture using old-school and new technology to produce high quality pieces. For all custom made jewellery to suit your budget.

PIERO G MANUFACTURING T/A PICO JEWELLERS Tel: 011 483 3442 Email: pico1@global.co.za Website: www.picojewellery com Manufacturers of hand-made jewellery in gold and platinum containing precious and semi-precious stones.

PRINS & PRINS DIAMONDS Tel: 021 422 1090 Email: prinsgem@iafrica.com

PS GEMS & MINERALS T/A FACETS GEMS Tel: 013 755 4994 Email: paul@skakal.co.za

QUALITY MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 021 461 6623 Email: shafiek.orrie@gmail.com

QUICKSET JEWELLERS Tel: 031 903 4764 / 031 468 9236 Email: qsjewel@telkomsa.net Established in 1987. We specialise in stunning designer jewellery, manufacturing, remodelling, alterations and diamond setting. Contact Vishnu or Molly.

RALPH WALTON DESIGN Tel: 028 313 1784 Email: rwalton@telkomsa.net

PIYUVE JEWELLERS Tel: 031 301 3963 Email: piyuve@telkomsa.net

PNEUMA JEWELLERS Tel: 011 702 1462 Email: pneuma@telkomsa.net Website: www.pneumajewellers.co.za Pneuma Jewellers are leading manufacturers of high-quality, hand-made jewellery and training providers and have been Jewellery Council members for 25 years.

Offering quality, reliability and integrity for over nine decades

POLART JEWELLERY STUDIO Tel: 021 422 3848 Email: info@polart.co.za POPULAR DIAMOND & JEWELLERY MANUFACTURER Tel: 011 484 7044 Email: pop@tiscali.co.za

We manufacture 18ct gold and silver ethnic and animal jewellery for export into Africa and the tourist market.

Tel: 011 418 9000 Fax: 011 418 9231 Email: gold@gold.co.za Website: www.randrefinery.com

ROMANCING THE STONE GOLDSMITHS AND JEWELLERS Tel: 012 662 0618 Email: info@romancingthestone.co.za Website: www.romancingthestone.co.za Manufacturing jewellers and retailers of gold and silver jewellery, 3D design, retailers in diamonds and coloured gemstones. Stockist of Nomination, Swatch, Lochman, Bulova, Sector and Offshore watches.

RONALD’S JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel: 031 701 5154 Email: ronaldcbr262@gmail.com We are a registered manufacturer workshop specialising in designing and manufacture. We assist our clients in any manner whatsoever. We have the support of several large jewellery retailers. Specialists in repairs.

ROUX DU PREEZ DESIGNS Tel: 084 207 3876 Email: roux@preezdesigns.co.za

RUTH PROWSE SCHOOL OF ART Tel: 021 447 2492 Email: admin@ruthprowse.co.za This intensive three-year Diploma in Jewellery Design at Ruth Prowse School of Art NPC develops knowledge and techniques both in the designing and professional manufacturing of jewellery. The outcome of the programme is for students to have developed extensive knowledge which will enable them to enter the jewellery industry with portfolios that show excellent practical, theoretical and design knowledge.

SCANT DESIGN Tel: 072 339 1885 Email: as@scant.co.za

SCARAB JEWELLERY STUDIO Tel: 021 683 4646 Email: janine@scarabjewellery.co.za

SCHWARTZ JEWELLERS Tel: 011 783 1717 Email: cyou@schwartzjewellers.com

Schwartz – South Africa’s own international jewellers – was founded in 1924 in Johannesburg. Manufacturing jewellers and diamond-cutters specialising in South African ethnic jewellery and fine-quality, hand-made jewellery.

SL HERMAN MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 012 460 6771 Email: slhj@telkomsa.net Manufacturing, repairing, plating, valuation, setting, clock repairs, watch repairs, spectacle frame repair, restringing, antique silver repair, engraving and costume jewellery repair.

South Africa’s first and best Platinum Group metal Beneficiation centre for sustainable jewellery SMMEs in the global village. Be your own inspiration. Take a step and step up. Tel: 014 597 0736 Fax: 086 678 0033 Email: info@spi.org.za Website: www.spi.org.za

SERAFINI DESIGN WORKSHOP Tel: 021 780 1617 Email: serafinidesign@mweb.co.za A Cape Town-based company that creates pieces of jewellery art – classics that transcend time and fashion.

SERAGLIO JEWELLERS Tel: 011 783 8301 Email: rolling.albert@yahoo.com

SHADOW JEWELLERS Tel: 082 689 8297 Email: mogoanets@gmail.com Products and services: • Digital designs and prototyping (CAD) • Jewellery manufacture in precious and semi-precious metal • Casting services • Jewellery repair and re-moulding using spot weld (PUK Weld) • Diamond mounting/setting We use the latest technology in the jewellery production industry.

SILPLAT Tel: 021 461 5344 Email: yianni@silplat.co.za

SILVER MYST Tel: 021 797 3246 Email: jbroad@mweb.co.za

SIMON EFUNE MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 334 4529 Email: simon.efune@mweb.co.za

Custom-made gold, platinum and diamond jewellery for the connoisseur and discerning individual. Tel: 031 303 2370 Email: sonny@soffia.co.za info@soffia.co.za Website: www.soffia.co.za

STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY Tel: 021 808 3045 Email: ct@sun.ac.za; nanette@sun.ac.za Website: www.sun.ac.za/visualarts The Department of Visual Arts at Stellenbosch University offers a single BA in Visual Arts programme. One of the courses offered in this programme is Creative Jewellery Design and Metal Techniques. With rigorous technical, conceptual and academic training as a background, the design and production skills acquired during the four-year degree course enable graduates to open independent studio workshops and create a name for themselves as practising goldsmiths and artists. STUDIO 39 JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel: 031 764 3000 Email: studio39@telkomsa.net Website: www.studio39.co.za Hand-crafted jewellery in gold and platinum. Services include valuations, restringing and watch repairs. Stockist of Trollbeads.

STUDIO C MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 642 7826 Email: chris@studioc.co.za

Manufacturers of fine-quality jewellery.

Manufacturer of quality 9ct, 18ct and platinum jewellery. Specialising in CAD design and printing services.

SIRKEL JEWELLERY Tel: 011 726 2365 Email: sirkeldesign@gmail.com

STUDIO D’ORIGINALE Tel: 042 293 1818 Email: sdo@telkomsa.net

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SUSAN ROOS JUWELE Tel: 028 754 2949 Email: susanroos@vodamail.co.za

badges and corporate gifts. Original African and Africa 5 masks, Ancient Wisdoms and custom-made jewellery.

TARQUIN PRECIOUS METAL SMITH Tel: 031 765 8946 Email: preciousmetalsmith@live.co.za Website: www.tarquin.co.za

TRIMALCHIO Tel: 012 346 6874 Email: casanra@webmail.co.za

Tarquin Precious Metal Smith are manufacturing jewellers, creating beautiful, unique, custom-designed, handcrafted jewellery of the highest standard using only the best-quality materials.

TRISLO Tel: 012 259 0100 Email: info@trislo.co.za

TERRY’S GOLDSMITHS Tel: 031 312 4762 E-mail: terry@terrysgoldsmiths.co.za Website: www.terrysgoldsmiths.co.za Terry’s Goldsmiths specialises in handmanufactured jewellery tailored to customers’ specific requirements at a competitive price.

The Tshwane University of Technology provides excellent training in jewellery manufacture and design. This includes training in gold, platinum, palladium and computer-aided design. The qualified staff are dedicated to teaching and the students are trained to industry needs.

THE HOUSE OF EGOLI INTERNATIONAL Tel: 011 462 1087 Email: info@houseofegoli.com Website: www.houseofegoli.com

UMJINDI JEWELLERY BARBERTON Tel: 013 712 5807 Email: evert@umjindijewellery.co.za Website: www.umjindijewellery.co.za

The House of Egoli International is a wholly black- and women-owned lifestyle showroom based in Gauteng, offering an authentic South African lifestyle retail experience consisting of locally manufactured giftware, designer costume jewellery, accessories, home décor and memorabilia.

Umjindi Jewellery is committed to improving the level of craftsmanship in South Africa’s jewellery industry and uplifting its people through careerorientated training, marketing and manufacturing.

THE HOUSE OF HECTOR Tel: 021 782 5434 Email: paula@thehouseofhector.co.za Website: www.thehouseofhector.co.za Bold and contemporary, African-inspired jewellery, working with unusual uncut stones, African trade beads, organic materials, gold and silver.

THE JEWEL BOX MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 609 8405 Email: thejewelbox@mweb.co.za

TIP TOP JEWELLERS Tel: 044 873 3048 Email: tiptop@lantic.net Tip Top is a manufacturing jeweller; we stock diamonds, precious and semiprecious stones. We do valuations and quotations on all jewellery. We repair grandfather clocks, wall clocks and wrist watches. We sell and manufacture trophies and do laser-cutting and engraving.

TRILOGY Tel: 012 669 3258/69/65 Email: susan@africangold.co.za Website: www.trilogyjewellers.co.za Titanium jewellery, African/ethnic jewellery – gold and silver, esoteric jewellery, engraving,

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Tel: 012 382 6006/7 Email: newmand@tut.ac.za

UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG Tel: 011 559 1129 Email: judyp@uj.ac.za

URBANATIVE FINE JEWELS/ NOMAD JEWELS Tel: 021 761 0156 Email: idieh@mweb.co.za Website: www.heidiliebenberg.co.za Urbanative and NOMAD Jewels are the fine and fashion jewellery labels of Heidi Liebenberg. Visit: www.heidiliebenberg. co.za for more information.

VALLABHJEE’S JEWELLERY SHOP Tel: 032 944 1657 / 084 556 8476 Email: hemval1@yahoo.co.uk

VALLY MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel: 011 838 3379 Email: vally2@telkomsa.net Website: www.vallyjewellers.co.za Suppliers of the finest-quality cubic zirconia and coloured synthetic stones in all shapes and sizes. Specialising in 9ct gold and sterling silver jewellery.

VIJAY SHAH JEWELLERS Tel: 031 564 2948 / 082 789 6062 Email: vijayshah@telkomsa.net Website: www.vijayshah.co.za Vijay Shah Jewellers (Durban-based)

encompasses the individual, always striving to create different works of art in the form of jewellery.

At Van Der Bank we have a passion for art, elegance and excellence. We strive to make unique pieces to suit your individuality. Tel: 012 663-4304 Fax:012 663-9822 Cell:082 824-6866 Email: sales@vdbj.co.za; sales@vdbj.co.za

Manufacturers of fine gold, diamond, platinum and silver jewellery. Retailers and designers, repairs done, Lowest Prices! Branded watch sales. Tel: 031 208 9142 Email: info@vawdagoldgem.co.za Website: www.vawdagoldgem.co.za

VJS JEWELLERS Tel: 057 904 4363 / 073 481 1051 Email: isaac.jonas@harmony.co.za

VUKANI UBUNTU COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Tel: 012 342 1385/8099/082 772 4623 Email: demos@vukani.org

WHITE DIAMOND JEWELLERS Tel: 035 789 5550 / 084 603 4582 Email: whitediamondjewellers@telkomsa.net

WOOSH DESIGNS JEWELLERY STUDIO Tel: 011 318 1340 Email: woosh@vodamail.co.za

WORLD OF DIAMONDS Tel: 011 964 8119 Email: ian@worldofdiamonds.co.za