We all know Africa is essentially being plundered though exploitative mineral-extraction deals.
But what would you think if you learned that not only are non-Africans reaping the profits on our precious stones, they are using those earnings to fund conflict – in particular, a war that many see as imperialistic and genocidal?
African Stream’s Ahmed Ghoneim looks at how Israel – and its military – are making a killing from our diamonds.
We’d love to hear your reactions in the comments.