Episode 11: Empowering Artisanal Miners in Sierra Leone  In this episode, we’re focusing on the topic of artisanal mining and how, by supporting small-scale miners, we’re helping create a better diamond world for everyone.  Artisanal mining accounts for 20 per cent of the global mining industry and so, as market leaders, we’re building the ethical foundations of a fairer industry and making positive change throughout the diamond value chain.  We speak to Ruby Stocklin-Weinberg, George...

Episode 10: Diamonds Doing Good In this episode, we find out how natural diamonds are doing good in the countries they’re discovered and – how through them – we’re helping bring Building Forever to life in Namibia.   As one of the key contributors to the Namibian economy, we’ll find out how, in partnership with the Namibian government, we’re making a positive impact on the country’s people and communities for decades to come. We speak to Selma Usiku, Projects Geologist in Mineral...

In this episode, we find out how we’re tackling climate change and nature loss from those who are leading by example. Because while we’re already acting to minimise our operational carbon footprint, everyone has a part to play in moving from words to deeds and adopting more sustainable behaviours.    We speak to Elmarie Snyman, Sustainability Officer at Namdeb – Oranjemund, Charlotte Johns, Sustainability Integration Manager, and Alice Kgopana, Safety and Sustainability Manager, Diamond...

Minisode Two: A Day in the Life of a Forewoman at Venetia Mine In this minisode, we talk to Nkhensani Malongete, a senior forewoman at our Venetia Mine. Nkhensani tells her incredible story as one of the first women to work as a Forewoman at the mine. We also find out how we’re making a real difference in the communities in which we operate.  Ethical practice, thriving communities, equal opportunity and the natural world are topics teeming with questions – and if you’ve got one for us,...

Minisode One: How to be an Entrepreneur in South Africa In this minisode, we talk to Ditshego Sebudubudu, a 30-year-old entrepreneur living and working in South Africa. Ditshego is the sole director of Kamogelo ya khutso pty (ltd), a courier service contracted at our Venetia Mine. We find out about her journey as an entrepreneur, from her first startup to becoming a contractor, and how training has helped build her business grow.  Ethical practice, thriving communities, equal opportunity...

Episode Eight: A Water Wonderland In this episode, we tell the story of our partnership with National Geographic – Okavango Eternal – which aims to tackle one of the biggest conservation challenges in Africa: preserving the source waters of the delta and the lives they support. We speak to Otsile Mabeo, our Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Government Relations in Botswana, about how – through the partnership – we’re protecting, supporting and amplifying the remarkable story of a...

Episode Seven: Climate, carbon neutrality and nature-based solutions In this episode, we talk about climate, carbon neutrality and nature-based solutions – and how, through partnering with pioneering start-ups, we’re using plant power to combat climate change and boost ocean health. We talk to Kirsten Hund, De Beers’ Head of Carbon Neutrality, to find out more about our own approach and how, along with carbon-sequestering leaders Kelp Blue, we’re making an even greater impact by capturing...

Episode six: Black is Brilliant  In this episode, we’re turning the spotlight on Black is Brilliant – our partnership with Hollywood-based advocacy group RAD that celebrates black excellence by combining red carpet impact with philanthropy and social change. Black is Brilliant connects Black jewellers with top celebrity stylists to create bespoke jewellery using responsibly sourced natural diamonds from Botswana. We speak to Sally Morrison, our Black is Brilliant Programme Lead, and...

THE BUILDING FOREVER PODCAST Building Forever is a De Beers Group podcast that explores how we’re creating a positive, lasting impact on the world around us – an impact that will endure well beyond the discovery of our last diamond. Episode Five: Women in STEM In this episode we talk to Hayley McLeod, Emily Smyth and Jenna Lyons – three of 60 brilliant women who’ve received scholarships through our partnership with UN Women, to study STEM subjects at Canadian universities. They talk about...

THE BUILDING FOREVER PODCAST Building Forever is a De Beers Group podcast that explores how we’re creating a positive, lasting impact on the world around us – an impact that will endure well beyond the discovery of our last diamond. Episode Four: Partnering for Thriving Communities In this episode, we talk about Partnering for Thriving Communities. It’s an initiative we hope will be a catalyst for a step-change in skills and help improve health and livelihoods in our host countries. We...

THE BUILDING FOREVER PODCAST   Building Forever is a De Beers Group podcast that explores how we’re creating a positive, lasting impact on the world around us – an impact that will endure well beyond the discovery of our last diamond. Episode Three: Leading Ethical Practices Across Industry In this episode, we talk about our commitments to sourcing diamonds responsibly, using our rigorous industry-wide standards, the Best Practice Principles (BPPs). We also shine a light on the not...

THE BUILDING FOREVER PODCAST Building Forever is a De Beers Group podcast that explores how we’re creating a positive, lasting impact on the world around us – an impact that will endure well beyond the discovery of our last diamond. Episode Two: Protecting the Natural World On this episode, we talk about what we see as our responsibility to protect beautiful landscapes, unique plants and remarkable wildlife for future generations. We’re passionate about preserving them; diamonds are a...

THE BUILDING FOREVER PODCAST Building Forever is a De Beers Group podcast that explores how we’re creating a positive, lasting impact on the world around us – an impact that will endure well beyond the discovery of our last diamond. Episode One: Accelerating Equal Opportunity On this inaugural episode, we talk about how huge barriers still get in the way of progress towards a future that is fair and equal for all – and that means action is more important than ever. UN Women’s Dinal...