Revisited - Sierra Leone: From 'blood diamonds' to stones of hope?
- "Blood diamonds" became infamous for funding the brutal civil war in Sierra Leone.
- Beginning 25 years ago, the Kimberley Process aimed to put an end to this illegal trade.
- Accused of complicity in the conflict, the diamond industry has since sought to clean up its image, emphasising an ethical shift.
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- "Blood diamonds" became infamous for funding the brutal civil war in Sierra Leone.
- Beginning 25 years ago, the Kimberley Process aimed to put an end to this illegal trade.
- Accused of complicity in the conflict, the diamond industry has since sought to clean up its image, emphasising an ethical shift.
Sources: France 24