Author: Angela Oliffe

One of Jewellery South Africa’s resident gemologists, Angela applies her passion for gemstones to create in-depth expertise and commentary on trending developments in the field.

The Jewellery Council of South Africa (JCSA) has released its 2023 Annual Report, offering a comprehensive overview of its activities, financial status, and various initiatives aimed at promoting the growth and sustainability of the jewellery industry in South Africa.Strategic Projects and InitiativesThe Jewellery Council of South Africa (JCSA) has demonstrated a proactive approach to addressing the needs and challenges of the South African jewellery industry through the initiation and management of several significant projects:Engagement and Future PlansThe council encourages industry professionals to engage with these initiatives and explore the full details of the report to understand the JCSA’s comprehensive approach…

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The Jewellery Council of South Africa has announced the launch of Jewellex365, a new online platform that connects jewellers to vetted suppliers.Jewellex365 initially emerged as a response to the limitations imposed by Covid-19 lockdowns that had significantly affected the regular exhibition space​.Purpose of Jewellex 365Jewellex 365 serves as an online exhibition space, providing an alternative to the customary annual Jewellex exhibition. One important thing to note is that Jewellex365 is not an online purchasing platform, instead it is an opportunity for suppliers to showcase their offerings and encourage potential customers to submit an enquiry.The platform is designed to connect the…

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