About The Jewellery Council of South Africa
The Jewellery Council of South Africa (JCSA) is the official representative body of the jewellery industry in South Africa. Established in 1973, the Council has worked for over 50 years to unite the industry, build consumer trust, and promote excellence in jewellery design, manufacturing, and trade.
Our Vision
To be the leading authority in the South African jewellery industry, recognized for excellence, integrity, and innovation in protecting consumers and supporting ethical business practices.
Our Mission
To grow the South African jewellery industry by serving all facets of the trade - from manufacturers and wholesalers to retailers, valuators, suppliers, and consumers - for the benefit of its development, growth, and prosperity.
What We Do
Represent
We support jewellers, retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, valuators, diamond companies, and more...
Promote
We uphold ethical business practices, consumer protection, and confidence in locally manufactured jewellery.
Develop
We foster education, research, and technological innovation to drive industry progress.
Facilitate
We connect stakeholders, provide dispute resolution, and create a central point of contact for all jewellery matters.
Advocate
We work with government and international bodies to strengthen partnerships and open markets.
We achieve this through:
Representing the industry locally and abroad.
Supporting members with services and advocacy.
Implementing programmes that strengthen the industry.
Informing stakeholders with trusted information.
Initiating projects and opportunities for members.
Our Commitment
We believe the growth of the jewellery industry depends on trust, education, and collaboration.
The Jewellery Council is committed to:
Holding members to the highest ethical standards.
Building consumer confidence in South African products.
Reducing barriers to growth through advocacy and partnerships.
Supporting continuous education and skills development.
Growing capacity within the Council to implement more initiatives for members.
Heritage & History
The South African jewellery industry traces its roots to the discovery of gold and diamonds in the late 19th century. For decades, the industry was heavily regulated, with jewellers required to be trained in design, making, setting, and polishing.
The SA Jewellery Association was established.