An article posted on DTB Online, written by Chaim Even-Zohar reports that Ian Smillie is quitting Partnership Africa Canada and departing from Kimberley’s governing body. No one is more respected in ethical diamond sourcing issues than Ian Smillie. His departure is a major blow to the legitimacy of the Kimberley Process Certification.

Press Release From . The Candescent Project: The Candescent Project produces exhibitions, events and public art ventures that encompass craft, design, creativity and thought. With an interest in sustainability and the environment, Candescent facilitates projects where objects are not only beautiful to look at but have a story to tell. The Candescent Project seeks to

Introduction: PT Kapitmas (www.kapitmas.com) was the first company outside of the US to be a Harmony Metal Hoover and Strong distributor. I have worked with this company for ten years and visited their plant on numerous occasions. Here, the Director of the Company, Ben Morice, originally from New Zealand, describes his operations. ~ Marc Choyt,