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Angola’s Endiama and Sodiam Join Natural Diamond Council with $8M Pledge to Boost Global Campaign

Angola’s state-owned diamond giants, ENDIAMA E.P. and SODIAM E.P., have officially announced their joint membership in the Natural Diamond Council (NDC), effective July 1, 2025. Their entry comes with a significant $8 million funding commitment aimed at supporting the NDC’s global marketing efforts during the critical second half of the year.
This move underscores Angola’s expanding influence in the international diamond trade. As the world’s third-largest producer of natural diamonds and a key region for future exploration, Angola is positioning itself as a responsible and proactive leader in promoting the value and integrity of natural diamonds.

“Promoting the values and socioeconomic benefits of our diamond industry is a national priority,” said Diamantino Azevedo, Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas. “By joining the Natural Diamond Council, Endiama and Sodiam are reinforcing our long-term commitment to transparency, sustainability, and global consumer engagement.”
David Kellie, CEO of the NDC, welcomed the partnership, noting, “Endiama and Sodiam’s participation comes at a transformative moment for the industry. Their support will help amplify our message about the natural diamond’s rarity, authenticity, and lasting positive impact.”


Richa Singh, Managing Director of NDC India & Middle East, added, “Diamonds represent deep emotional and cultural significance. With Endiama and Sodiam on board, we are better positioned to educate consumers and share the inspiring stories behind each natural diamond.”
De Beers, a founding NDC member, responded to Angola’s $8 million contribution by pledging a matching amount for 2025, further strengthening the Council’s ability to run impactful global campaigns.
With their membership, Endiama and Sodiam join a prestigious lineup of NDC contributors, including De Beers, Rio Tinto, Petra Diamonds, Murowa, and the Okavango Diamond Company. Together, they aim to promote the enduring value, ethical sourcing, and community benefits of natural diamonds on the global stage.

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De Beers brings Diamonds and Glamour to London

Insiders suggest a star-studded journey to London might be on the cards. But why London? Beyond its glittering reputation as a global hub for jewellery and fashion, whispers point to something far more dazzling — De Beers is set to host a major showcase in the city.
This year, De Beers Group makes its grand debut at Frieze London, marking a landmark moment where the world of natural diamonds meets the world of art. In collaboration with Frieze Masters, the brand will unveil Voyage Through the Diamond Realm — an immersive experience said to capture the mystery, beauty, and brilliance of natural diamonds like never before.
To bring this vision to life, De Beers has invited India’s leading style and art connoisseurs, including Twinkle Khanna, Ananya Panday, Sara Tendulkar, Karan Johar and many more. Known for their refined taste and appreciation of art and design, these tastemakers are the perfect ambassadors to experience natural diamonds in a whole new light — where every facet tells a story of time, pressure, and perfection.
While details remain under wraps, those close to the brand hint that the experience will be nothing short of transformative — a moment where science, storytelling, and rarity converge to celebrate nature’s most extraordinary creations.
One thing’s certain: when De Beers Group meets Frieze London, the city is bound to shine a little brighter — and perhaps, so will those boarding that flight.
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