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Diamonds Act, 1986 (Act No. 56 of 1986)

Chapter II : The South African Diamond Regulator

Part 2 : State Diamond Trader

16. Functions of State Diamond Trader

 

1)
a) comply with the requirements of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme in respect of any unpolished diamond it handles;
b) provide insurance cover for itself against any loss, damage, risk or liability it may suffer or incur; and
c) establish, maintain and expand a client base of local diamond beneficiators.

 

2) The State Diamond Trader may –
a) acquire diamonds from other diamond producing countries; and
b) enter into agreements with any person, including the State, for the