Story by Eugene Nyarko Jnr. l Accra l March 9, 2026
Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all diamonds produced and exported from the country remain conflict-free and in compliance with international standards.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) Review Visit to Ghana in Accra on Monday, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi Esq., said the country remains firmly committed to the principles and objectives of the global diamond certification regime.
The event, held at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra, marks the start of a four-day review mission from March 9 to March 12, 2026, aimed at assessing Ghana’s compliance with the requirements of the international certification system designed to prevent the trade in conflict diamonds.
Mr. Gyamfi welcomed the review delegation, led by the Russia, noting that their presence demonstrates the continued commitment of the Kimberley Process community to transparency, accountability and responsible governance in the global diamond trade.
“As a diamond-producing country, Ghana remains firmly committed to the principles, objectives and requirements of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme,” he said. “Our participation reflects our determination to ensure that diamonds produced and exported from Ghana contribute meaningfully to national development and the well-being of our people.”
He explained that Ghana’s implementation of the scheme is anchored on strong inter-agency collaboration involving the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Minerals Commission and the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, as well as other regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies, industry stakeholders and civil society groups.
According to him, the collaborative framework has enabled Ghana to maintain robust export controls, traceability systems and verification protocols to ensure that diamonds exported from the country are responsibly sourced.
Mr. Gyamfi disclosed that in recent years Ghana has undertaken several reforms to strengthen governance across the diamond value chain, including improvements in inspection and verification mechanisms, stronger internal control systems, enhanced data management processes and capacity building for technical and frontline personnel.
He said continued oversight in key diamond-producing areas such as Akwatia and surrounding communities reflects the country’s commitment to improving standards and responding to evolving global expectations.
Mr. Gyamfi noted that the review mission provides an opportunity for constructive engagement, peer learning and institutional strengthening, adding that Ghana’s technical teams would provide the delegation with detailed briefings on the legal and regulatory framework governing the diamond sector, certification procedures and collaboration with industry stakeholders.
He further highlighted Ghana’s growing role within the Kimberley Process, noting that the country currently serves as Vice Chair of the scheme and is preparing to assume the chairmanship in 2027.
“This responsibility calls for pragmatic leadership, inclusive dialogue and consensus-building among participants and stakeholders,” he said.
Mr. Gyamfi expressed optimism that the review would help strengthen Ghana’s implementation of Kimberley Process requirements while contributing to the global effort to prevent conflict diamonds from entering legitimate trade.
