THE ULTIMATE MINING INDABA CAPE TOWN 2026 GUIDE

Discover South Africa's Diamond & Jewellery Excellence

A strategic destination experience for mining leaders, investors, and global delegates.

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Quick Facts
Distance from CTICC: 12 minutes
Location: Victoria Wharf, V&A Waterfront
Visit formats: Exclusive jewellery shopping 30 - 45 minutes
Booking: WhatsApp + free shuttle +27 82 883 1274

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As Mining Indaba Cape Town 2026 convenes this February at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), thousands of mining executives, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders will gather to shape the future of Africa's natural resource economy.

While the conference focuses of ESG frameworks, beneficiation, capital flows, and sustainable extraction, Cape Town offers a rare opportunity to experience these principles in action.

Just minutes from the CTICC lies one of South Africa's most compelling beneficiation success stories.

Welcome to Shimansky where natural resources are transformed, locally and responsibly, into world-class diamond and fine jewellery, sold to international visitors and exported globally.

WHY MINING INDABA DELEGATES SHOULD EXPERIENCE CAPE TOWN'S DIAMOND JOURNEY

Mining Indaba is about more than mining. It is about value creation, local beneficiation, and responsible supply chains. Shimansky represents a real-world, operating example of these principles not as theory, but as a functioning, profitable, export-driven business.

For Mining Indaba delegates, this is a rare opportunity to witness:

• Full beneficiation in practise
• Mine-to-finger transformation of natural resources
• Ethical sourcing aligned with ESG expectations
• Skilled job creation and local manufacturing
• A South African brand competing globally at the highest level

This is the diamond value chain, experienced end-to-end.

A COMPLETE BENEFICIATION CASE-STUDY: FROM MINE TO FINGER

Located at Cape Town's iconic V&A Waterfront, Shimansky operates a fully integrated model that spans the entire diamond and jewellery value chain:

• Ethical sourcing from verified South African diamond suppliers
• Cutting and polishing in Cape Town using proprietary technologies
• Jewellery design and manufacturing on site
• Presentation and sale to international visitors
• Secure export to global markets

This vertical integration ensures transparency, quality control, and maximum value retention within South Africa precisely the outcome Mining Indaba promotes.

For delegates engaged in policy, investment, or ESG leadership, Shimansky provides a tangible case study of how beneficiation works when executed at scale and with discipline.

THE CAPE TOWN DIAMOND MUSEUM & WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE

Mining history meets modern precision

Mining Indaba delegates are invited to visit Shimansky at the Clock Tower, V&A Waterfront, home to the Cape Town Diamond Museum and working diamond and jewellery workshops.

This curated experience includes:

1. The History of South African Diamonds: Learn how diamonds shaped South Africa's economic history from early discoveries in Kimberley to today's modern, responsible industry.
2. Live Diamond Cutting & Polishing: Witness how rough diamonds are transformed through sawing, bruting, polishing, laser inscription, and final inspection.
3. Jewellery Design & Manufacturing: Observe skilled craftsmen creating finished jewellery pieces from diamonds and precious metals, all on site.
4. Showroom Presentation: The journey concludes in the Shimansky showroom, where finished pieces are presented in a refined setting with a complimentary glass of South African wine.

For mining professionals, this experience connects geology, technology, craftsmanship, and global commerce in one seamless journey.

EXCLUSIVE MINING INDABA 2026 DELEGATE BENEFITS

Shimansky has designed a dedicated experience to fit demanding Mining Indaba schedules:

Complimentary Luxury Shuttle

• Direct transport from major Mining Indaba hotels
• Bookable instantly via WhatsApp
• Coordinated around conference sessions

Extended Mining Indaba hours

• Open daily from 09:00 to 21:00 throughout February 2026

Private Consultations

• Dedicated viewing rooms
• One-on-one sessions with senior gemologists
• Discreet environment for significant acquisitions

Delegate-Only Advantages

• Preferential pricing on select collections
• 15% VAT refund for international visitors

PATENTED DIAMOND TECHNOLOGY: INNOVATION MINING LEADERS APPRECIATE

Shimansky is internationally recognised for proprietary diamond cutting technology:

The My Girl Diamond

• South Africa's first patented diamond cut
• Distinct cushion shape with signature brilliance
• Engineered for exceptional light performance

The Brilliant 10

• Ten-sided diamond designed for maximum scintillation
• Precision-cut to exact mathematical specifications

All diamonds above 1.00ct are GIA-certified, ensuring global recognition, transparency, and confidence.

Ethical Sourcing Aligned with Mining Indaba ESG Priorities

Shimansky's operations reflect the same ESG principles debated at Mining Indaba:

• Fully traceable, conflict-free diamonds
• Responsible sourcing from South African suppliers
• Skilled local employment and training
• Transparent export documentation
• Environmental responsibility in manufacturing

By choosing Shimansky, delegates support a business model where ethical practices and commercial success reinforce each other.

TANZANITE: AFRICA'S RAREST GEMSTONE OPPORTUNITY

Beyond diamonds, Shimansky offers one of the world's finest collections of Tanzanite, found only in a single location in Tanzania.

Why Tanzanite Matters:

• 1,000 times rarer than diamonds
• Finite, single-source supply
• Growing international demand
• Strong long-term appreciation potential

Shimansky offers:

• Investment-grade stones from 1ct to 100ct+
• Ayanda grading reports and origin certification
• Unheated, natural-colour Tanzanite
• Expert guidance for collectors and investors

For Mining Indaba delegates, Tanzanite represents a uniquely African gemstone aligned with scarcity, geology, and value preservation.

BESPOKE JEWELLERY: CREATING MINING INDABA LEGACY PIECES

Many delegates commission bespoke jewellery to mark:

• Major transactions
• Strategic partnerships
• Personal milestones
• Engagements or family heirlooms

Shimansky's bespoke process includes design consultation, 3D CAD visualization, stone selection, handcrafting in Cape Town, and secure international delivery.

Each piece becomes a lasting reminder of your time at Mining Indaba Cape Town 2026.

Investment Consultations: Diamonds & Tanzanite as Alternative Assets

Shimansky offers private consultations for delegates exploring gemstones as part of a diversified asset strategy, covering:

• Diamond and coloured gemstone market dynamics
• Liquidity, certification, and resale considerations
• Scarcity-driven appreciation models
• Estate planning and wealth transfer

Advice is grounded in decades of market experience and global transaction data.

GLOBAL SERVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATES

Shimansky provides white-glove service for international clients:

• Multilingual consultants
• Export documentation and insurance
• Secure global shipping
• VAT refund assistance
• Lifetime warranty and after-care

Your purchase is supported long after you leave Cape Town.

Visit Shimansky at the V&A Waterfront

Location: Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, V&A Waterfront.

Mining Indaba Hours: 09:00 - 21:00 daily.

The showroom offers a refined, calm environment ideal between conference sessions or for evening appointments with views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.

PLAN YOUR MINING INDABA DIAMOND EXPERIENCE, CHOOSE YOUR VISIT FORMAT:

Express Visit (60 minutes): Private showroom consultation with return shuttle.

Complete Experience (2-3 hours): Diamond Museum, workshop visit, wine, and private consultation.

VIP Investment Session (Half Day): Full Museum and workshop experience, extended gemologist consultation, bespoke or investment selection.