The Central African Republic: A Story of Blood Diamonds and Poor Policy

For years, the Central African Republic has been afflicted by war between armed groups and the government. Although peace agreements from this summer hint at change, the nation continues to struggle with rebel groups selling blood diamonds to finance their activities. In retaliation against such groups, the CAR was forbidden from exporting diamonds in a decision that ultimately caused more problems than it solved.

AfricaChristina NiesOctober 26, 2025Central African Republic, blood diamonds, conflict diamonds, rebel groups, insurgency, Kimberly Process, war, humanitarian crisis, smuggling, diamond industry, peace deal, Séléka, Anti-Balaka, asymmetrical warfare, embargo, diamond trade